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link to New Mexico faces growing groundwater crisis

New Mexico faces growing groundwater crisis

A new report warns that climate change and overuse are rapidly draining New Mexico’s groundwater, threatening drinking water and long-term supply security.

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link to Environmental group seeks pause on new data centers

Environmental group seeks pause on new data centers

Food & Water Watch has urged a nationwide halt to new data centers, warning that AI and crypto growth could strain U.S. water supplies and power grids.

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link to Colorado River conservation bill clears House committee

Colorado River conservation bill clears House committee

A new bill could unlock millions for river restoration without new taxes. See how this simple fix helps endangered species and habitats.

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link to New study: Maps of western water supply overestimate reality

New study: Maps of western water supply overestimate reality

Western water maps may overestimate available supply. A new study links water rights to land, revealing a larger claimed share than previously thought.

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link to UNLV’s innovative project tackles water scarcity in rural areas

UNLV’s innovative project tackles water scarcity in rural areas

UNLV's project uses solar-powered wastewater treatment to provide clean water for rural communities, addressing water scarcity in the U.S. and China.

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  1. Helen c on New Mexico bill presses rules on oilfield wastewaterFebruary 6, 2026

    One likes to hope the time will come, (soon), when these destructive corporations finally reap what they have sown.

  2. Helen c on Alongside new groundwater rules, Arizona presses Fondomonte suitFebruary 6, 2026

    I imagine we're going to see far more litigation as tech industry's excessive demands for water push up against the…

  3. Helen c on How the Green River cut through the Uinta MountainsFebruary 6, 2026

    Very interesting, Deborah. It makes you think twice about the hubris of humans over time attempting to re-engineer the earth…

  4. Deborah on Gold mining prompts legal challenge over rare Nevada speciesJanuary 25, 2026

    Ha! Good question. They want the opportunity to investigate the population of these species.

  5. Deborah on Utah faces worrisome drought conditionsJanuary 25, 2026

    It will be a dire situation, Callie. They've been looking at different options.

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