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link to NM lawsuits target $165B AI megaproject over water and energy

NM lawsuits target $165B AI megaproject over water and energy

Two lawsuits challenge New Mexico’s $165B Project Jupiter, citing water, pollution, and energy-law loopholes tied to the massive AI data center.

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Colorado River Basin sees mixed drought relief

Extreme drought expands in Arizona and New Mexico, while Lake Powell and Lake Mead remain dangerously low despite regional snowmelt.

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Drought worsens in Colorado River Basin states

Drought tightens its grip on the Colorado River Basin as dry conditions persist. Snowpack shortages and low reservoirs raise serious water supply concerns.

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Drought intensifies across Southwestern states

Drought worsens across the Southwest, with severe and exceptional conditions expanding in California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and Colorado.

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link to Report suggests that groundwater depletion a security crisis

Report suggests that groundwater depletion a security crisis

Groundwater, a lifeline for millions, faces a crisis from overuse and drought, according to the 2024 final report of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.

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link to Upending policy: An uncertain future predicted for Lakes Powell and Mead

Upending policy: An uncertain future predicted for Lakes Powell and Mead

Without another 4-5 years of exceptional snowpack, Lakes Powell and Mead may never refill, challenging federal policy and water planning.

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  1. Deb on Colorado River Basin snowpack still below normalMarch 18, 2026

    This is a test.

  2. Deborah on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 9, 2026

    Good insights! I am quite concerned about this situation. We need several long-lasting storms. Here in early March, it's unusually…

  3. Helen c on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 8, 2026

    As long as the feds continue to allow data centers, and impede alternative energy sources, we're doomed. These programs are…

  4. Helen c on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 8, 2026

    It is so obvious that the entire larger ecosystem is interdependent on factors that we've been aware of, and done…

  5. Laura on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 7, 2026

    Well, this looks and feels like a sound idea. I find myself wondering if my little towns population is low…

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