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Dendrochronologists found that high temperatures in the 21st century make the current drought unprecedented compared to other dry periods around the Colorado River across the past 500 years.
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At an annual meeting in Las Vegas, Colorado River policymakers said new rules may be a "messy compromise."
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Policymakers say a wet winter has created space for discussions about long-term water management, but they have a diverse set of interests to consider while drawing up new rules.
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Colorado River growers say they’re ready to save water, but need to build trust with states and fedsA new survey of farmers and ranchers that use water from the Colorado River shows they’re concerned about water shortages.
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In northern New Mexico, a recent release of water to help endangered fish is also breaking ground on a model partnership. It’s part of a landmark agreement between the state and the Jicarilla Apache Nation to lease water for the San Juan River.
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This week, the federal government officially started a process to overhaul the rules governing a crucial river in the Southwest that provides 40 million people with drinking water. The Colorado River’s current rules are set to expire in 2026 and conservationists want a drastic change.
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Large scale water projects are a growing phenomenon in the West. But a new study argues they could lead to water shortages and increased costs.The report,…