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Can eating less beef and dairy help save the Colorado River?

Food consumption patterns significantly impact water usage in the Colorado River basin, highlighting the need for a shift in agricultural practices.

Shrinking Colorado River puts 100M at risk as crucial water source could drastically impact nation's food supply

The shrinking Colorado River poses a significant threat to agricultural production in the U.S., potentially impacting food supplies for millions.

The Colorado River rarely reaches the sea. Here's why

Lake Powell water levels dropped during megadrought
32% of Colorado River water is used for cattle-feed crops

Can eating less beef and dairy help save the Colorado River?

Food consumption patterns significantly impact water usage in the Colorado River basin, highlighting the need for a shift in agricultural practices.

Shrinking Colorado River puts 100M at risk as crucial water source could drastically impact nation's food supply

The shrinking Colorado River poses a significant threat to agricultural production in the U.S., potentially impacting food supplies for millions.

The Colorado River rarely reaches the sea. Here's why

Lake Powell water levels dropped during megadrought
32% of Colorado River water is used for cattle-feed crops
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#water-management

Biden administration outlines options for addressing Colorado River water shortages

The Biden administration aims to unify seven Western states and Native tribes in addressing Colorado River water shortages.
The proposed alternatives seek a consensus framework for future water management after current rules expire.

Biden administration outlines plan to save Colorado River before Trump takeover

Federal officials announced water management proposals for the Colorado River, urging collaboration among states and tribes before a 2026 deadline.

Feds release options for future of Colorado River as negotiations between states stall

Federal plans for managing the Colorado River highlight the urgency for states to agree on water allocation before existing guidelines expire in 2026.

Colorado River basins could face tipping point, drought study warns | Cornell Chronicle

Colorado's West Slope basins may reach an unsustainable tipping point for water delivery due to modest climate changes. Immediate adjustment of management strategies is essential.

'Zero progress': Western states at impasse in talks on Colorado River water shortages

Seven Western states are in deadlock over Colorado River water usage rules, complicating efforts to address severe water shortages.

The Biden administration weighs in on Colorado River management - High Country News

The Biden administration's proposals for Colorado River management aim to address critical water shortages amid climate challenges.

Biden administration outlines options for addressing Colorado River water shortages

The Biden administration aims to unify seven Western states and Native tribes in addressing Colorado River water shortages.
The proposed alternatives seek a consensus framework for future water management after current rules expire.

Biden administration outlines plan to save Colorado River before Trump takeover

Federal officials announced water management proposals for the Colorado River, urging collaboration among states and tribes before a 2026 deadline.

Feds release options for future of Colorado River as negotiations between states stall

Federal plans for managing the Colorado River highlight the urgency for states to agree on water allocation before existing guidelines expire in 2026.

Colorado River basins could face tipping point, drought study warns | Cornell Chronicle

Colorado's West Slope basins may reach an unsustainable tipping point for water delivery due to modest climate changes. Immediate adjustment of management strategies is essential.

'Zero progress': Western states at impasse in talks on Colorado River water shortages

Seven Western states are in deadlock over Colorado River water usage rules, complicating efforts to address severe water shortages.

The Biden administration weighs in on Colorado River management - High Country News

The Biden administration's proposals for Colorado River management aim to address critical water shortages amid climate challenges.
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Baby steps': 5 Colorado River tribes sign critical water agreements

Tribal lands are struggling with water quality issues; recent funding improves their water systems.

Austin Watershed Protection Department proposes code updates to further protect the Colorado River - Austin Monitor

Proposed code updates aim to enhance erosion protections and manage stormwater discharges to safeguard the Colorado River from the effects of development.
#water-crisis

The Colorado River is drying up. Farmers can help revive it

The water crisis is changing how we eat; investing in drought-resistant crops could help conserve diminishing water resources.

Colorado River water cuts next year will stay the same for Arizona, Nevada

The Colorado River, a critical water source, faces ongoing cuts amid a severe, long-term water crisis affecting millions in the U.S. and Mexico.

The Colorado River is drying up. Farmers can help revive it

The water crisis is changing how we eat; investing in drought-resistant crops could help conserve diminishing water resources.

Colorado River water cuts next year will stay the same for Arizona, Nevada

The Colorado River, a critical water source, faces ongoing cuts amid a severe, long-term water crisis affecting millions in the U.S. and Mexico.
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Search continues for Arizona woman missing after Grand Canyon flash flood

A 33-year-old woman is missing after a flash flood at Havasu Creek in the Grand Canyon; search efforts are ongoing.
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Risks ease for Colorado River reservoirs after wet winter, but long-term challenges loom

Conservation efforts and rise in reservoir levels alleviate critical low levels risk
Long-term solutions needed for overallocation and climate change effects on the Colorado River

Endangered desert pupfish delays Colorado River conservation plans for Imperial Valley

Water conservation plans impacted by endangered desert pupfish
California's Imperial Irrigation District faces delays in water usage cutbacks due to environmental concerns

Risks ease for Colorado River reservoirs after wet winter, but long-term challenges loom

Conservation efforts and rise in reservoir levels alleviate critical low levels risk
Long-term solutions needed for overallocation and climate change effects on the Colorado River

Endangered desert pupfish delays Colorado River conservation plans for Imperial Valley

Water conservation plans impacted by endangered desert pupfish
California's Imperial Irrigation District faces delays in water usage cutbacks due to environmental concerns
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West's hot drought' is unprecedented in more than 500 years

The West has experienced unprecedented hot and dry conditions in the last two decades
Hot drought, a positive feedback loop, has never been this severe
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