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Nevada moving forward with water conservation efforts

Nevada tackles future drought concerns via the OneWater project, recycling wastewater into drinkable water, and reducing water consumption.

Aug. deadline announced for Arizona grant applications for river and riparian restoration projects

Grant applications for the FY 2024 grant cycle for capital projects, research, and water conservation must be submitted on the Arizona Water Protection Fund portal by August 25, 2023. A workshop will...

A leap towards water sustainability: Salt Lake City’s innovative waterMAPS initiative

Salt Lake City launches waterMAPS, a tool allowing residents to track and optimize water use, aiming for sustainability amidst scarcity.

Lower Basin States reach historic Colorado River system agreement

Arizona, California and Nevada will conserve 3 million acre-feet of Colorado River water, with funding and voluntary efforts supporting sustainability of the system. A new draft environmental impact...

Arizonans urged to conserve water as a way of life

April is Water Awareness Month in Arizona. The State encourages continued water efficiency and conservation amidst the concerning Colorado River situation.

Innovation Highlight: California’s on-farm recharge pioneer

A California farm's on-farm recharge method conserves water by flooding fields, replenishing groundwater, and inspiring new policies to benefit agriculture.

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Deborah on Arizona’s groundwater depletion exceeds Lake Mead’s capacity: “Although I don’t report on water issues outside of the Colorado River Basin, I’ve noticed an increasing number of stories…” Apr 11, 07:16
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