The Colorado River provides drinking water to nearly 40 million people and irrigation for over 5.5 million acres of cropland.

As we navigate an era of increasing water scarcity, the role of local governments in spearheading water conservation efforts becomes paramount. By zeroing in on municipal facilities, government ...

PHOENIX — The city of Phoenix released a handbook to promote water conservation through rainwater collection and other methods. The Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Handbook aims to help Phoenix ...

Amid historic water shortages, the Western Slope’s agricultural communities are under stress. In a drier future, farmers and ranchers will need to maintain the cultural and economic vibrancy of their ...

Most of us weren’t around to see the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. But a mixture of drought and poor farming practices saw the topsoil of a half dozen states stripped away. Picture the dusty and desolate ...

As climate patterns shift and water resources become increasingly precious, small-scale farmers face mounting pressure to optimize every drop. While typical conservation methods like drip irrigation ...

After years of studying and experimenting with pilot programs, the future of Colorado River management will almost certainly include a permanent water conservation program for the Upper Basin states.