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environment1 hour ago•6 min saved

Arizona Bears the Largest Cuts in New Colorado River Plan

The federal Bureau of Reclamation announced a two-year plan (through 2028) to cut Colorado River deliveries by about 1.25 million acre-feet per year across the Lower Basin, with Arizona taking the largest share (roughly 760,000 acre-feet annually) and California and Nevada also facing reductions. The plan aims to keep Lake Powell’s levels above 3,510 feet and will be revisited every two years, relying on a mix of mandatory cuts and voluntary water-saving measures while leaving Upper Basin states out of this round.

via KJZZ|

#arizona #colorado-river #environment

environment3 months ago•2 min saved

US eyes drastic Colorado River cuts for AZ, CA and NV amid drought

The Trump administration’s proposed 10-year plan could slash annual Colorado River deliveries to Arizona, California and Nevada by up to 3 million acre-feet (as much as 40%), with reductions evaluated biennially and final decisions due in June. Cuts would be guided by the river’s priority under the 1922 Colorado River Compact, potentially hitting the Central Arizona Project hard. The plan arises amid severe drought and ongoing disputes with upper-basin states, and follows separate voluntary-reduction proposals by the lower-basin states that require federal cooperation to take effect.

via The Guardian|

#arizona #california #colorado-river

climate-and-environment3 months ago•4 min saved

US outlines 10-year Colorado River cuts to stabilize dwindling supplies

The Trump administration is drafting a 10-year framework that would mandate water reductions along the Colorado River—potentially up to 3 million acre-feet annually across California, Arizona, and Nevada—reassessed every two years. The plan, discussed with state leaders in Phoenix, aims to stabilize shrinking reservoir levels at Lake Mead and other bases amid ongoing drought and climate-change impacts, with a federal decision expected in the summer.

via Los Angeles Times|

#climate-and-environment #colorado-river #drought

environment3 years ago•5 min saved

Optimistic Outlook: Western States to Face Lesser Colorado River Water Loss in 2024

Federal officials have announced that water cuts for Western states reliant on the Colorado River will be eased in 2024 due to a slightly improved outlook, although long-term challenges remain. The river, which serves seven U.S. states, Native American tribes, and two states in Mexico, has been significantly impacted by overuse, drought, and climate change. While recent conservation measures and a wetter winter have improved the river's health, it is still stressed by hot, dry temperatures and demand. Although deeper cuts are expected in the future, various water-saving plans and agreements are already in place or being negotiated. Major cities are unlikely to be heavily impacted, but discussions among states, tribes, and the federal government about the river's future after 2026 are just beginning.

via The Associated Press|

#colorado-river #conservation #drought

environment3 years ago•1 min saved

Colorado River states agree on landmark deal to address drought crisis.

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.

via Los Angeles Times|

#biden-administration #california #colorado-river

conflict3 years ago•3 min saved

Sudan Conflict Sparks Fear of Food Shortages and Violence Escalation.

Ongoing fighting in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, is causing food shortages, as well as disrupting access to water and electricity. Water and electricity cuts have affected many Sudanese homes since clashes began between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group and the Sudanese army on 15 April. The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) announced the suspension of aid provision to Sudan on 16 April following the death of three of its staff in the region of Darfur.

via BBC|

#conflict #electricity-cuts #food-shortages

environment3 years ago•4 min saved

Biden Administration Proposes Water Cuts to Save Colorado River and Western States

The Biden administration has released an environmental analysis of competing plans for how seven Western states and tribes reliant on the dwindling water supply from the Colorado River should cut their use. The 1,450-mile river serves 40 million people across seven states, which span tribal land, and Mexico, generates hydroelectric power for regional markets, and irrigates nearly 6 million acres of farmland. A multidecade drought in the West intensified by climate change, rising demand and overuse has sent water levels at key reservoirs along the river to unprecedented lows.

via NBC News|

#biden-administration #colorado-river #drought