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Arizona Debates Conservation as Colorado River Shortage Looms
Arizona will be hardest hit if 17 years of drought keep drying up a reservoir serving much of the Southwest, but the state’s lawmakers and governor don’t agree on how to keep water in the lake or who should be in charge....
Lake Mead Level Focus of Gov Ducey's Water Policy Wants
At the start of the year, Gov. Doug Ducey addressed the issue of water shortages with Arizona 360. Recently, his office released more information about the policies he wants lawmakers to consider, which mentions a nearly 50 percent chance o...
Arizona Considers Desalination Options for Future Water Supply
From a partnership with Mexico to treating brackish groundwater, Arizona is exploring opportunities to incorporate desalinated water into its long-term water supply planning....
The work ahead for Arizona’s water future
Thanks to a century of careful planning and effective management, Arizona’s stewardship of its water supply is internationally recognized as a model for cooperative governance. But, with droughts, declining water levels, and population grow...
Does a Changing Climate Require a Change in Vocabulary?
As the snowpack and moisture in the Colorado River Basin show large areas of moderate to extreme drought, some are wondering if the term “drought” is misleading people into thinking it’s a temporary situation. Do we need a new vocabulary to...