Colorado River states agree on landmark deal to address drought crisis.
TL;DR
The seven states that rely on the Colorado River have agreed to cut water use from the river over the next three years to prevent reservoirs from falling to critically low levels. California, Arizona, and Nevada have committed to reducing water use by about 3 million acre-feet between now and the end of 2026. The Biden administration will analyze the proposal from the states, which is seen as an important step towards forging a sustainable path for the basin amid climate change and sustained drought.
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- Colorado River states reach deal with Biden to protect drought-stricken river The Washington Post
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