Around the world, huge streams of water vapor known as atmospheric rivers can generate heavy rain or snow as they flow over land. Just a few atmospheric rivers, each typically more than 2,000 kilometers long and less than 1,000 kilometers wide, can deliver up to half of the annual precipitation on the U.S. West Coast, on average. […]
Mountain meadows are starting to get some respect. For over a century, meadows were the first alpine environments targeted for development, grazing and farming, because they tend to be flat and packed with rich soil and nutritious plants. But we’re starting to understand that meadows have a much more important role to play for society at large. Meadows, […]
I am proud to say I was born and raised in Kern County. I’ve lived here all my life. The people that live here with me are the best people I know. They never quit, and they never falter. They are tenacious and they persevere. Our character has served us well, because it is founded […]
An agreement amending the longstanding treaty between the U.S. and Mexico on management of the Colorado River will continue the practice of water shortage sharing, but also fund new conservation and environmental programs, and aim to reduce the risk of ruinous drought. The two nations are tentatively scheduled to execute the agreement—Minute 323, an amendment […]
The decision by one of the state’s major water players to opt out of California’s $17-billion replumbing project was a surprise to many. The reasons for it were not. California WaterFix’s financing plans have assumed that the Westlands Water District and other agricultural districts would cover a large funding gap that has hung for years […]
Think of it as a water bailout, easing Arizona’s Colorado River woes and the legal-environmental water conflicts plaguing many rural communities. Think of it as a boon for Indian tribes looking to make better and more lucrative use of their river water. Or, think of it as an enabler of growth and sprawl from Sierra Vista […]
California Floods Linked To Atmospheric Water Vapor “Rivers”
/in California and the U.S. /by Mike Lee /Earth And Space Science News (Washington, D.C.)by Sarah StanleyAround the world, huge streams of water vapor known as atmospheric rivers can generate heavy rain or snow as they flow over land. Just a few atmospheric rivers, each typically more than 2,000 kilometers long and less than 1,000 kilometers wide, can deliver up to half of the annual precipitation on the U.S. West Coast, on average. […]
Many California Meadows Will Vanish, Here’s Why It Matters
/in California and the U.S. /by Mike Lee /Water Deeply (as published by KQED Science)by Matt WeiserMountain meadows are starting to get some respect. For over a century, meadows were the first alpine environments targeted for development, grazing and farming, because they tend to be flat and packed with rich soil and nutritious plants. But we’re starting to understand that meadows have a much more important role to play for society at large. Meadows, […]
OPINION; Ted Page: Our Valley Desperately Needs California WaterFix
/in California and the U.S. /by Mike Lee /Bakersfield.comby Ted PageI am proud to say I was born and raised in Kern County. I’ve lived here all my life. The people that live here with me are the best people I know. They never quit, and they never falter. They are tenacious and they persevere. Our character has served us well, because it is founded […]
U.S., Mexico On Verge Of New Colorado River Water Pact
/in California and the U.S. /by Mike Lee /Bloomberg BNAby Tripp BaltzAn agreement amending the longstanding treaty between the U.S. and Mexico on management of the Colorado River will continue the practice of water shortage sharing, but also fund new conservation and environmental programs, and aim to reduce the risk of ruinous drought. The two nations are tentatively scheduled to execute the agreement—Minute 323, an amendment […]
There is a Multibillion-Dollar Hole In The Delta Tunnels Funding Plan
/in California and the U.S. /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles TimesThe decision by one of the state’s major water players to opt out of California’s $17-billion replumbing project was a surprise to many. The reasons for it were not. California WaterFix’s financing plans have assumed that the Westlands Water District and other agricultural districts would cover a large funding gap that has hung for years […]
Water Bailout? Colorado River Tribes Pose Statewide Leasing Idea
/in California and the U.S. /by Mike Lee /Arizona Daily Star (Tucson, Ariz.)Think of it as a water bailout, easing Arizona’s Colorado River woes and the legal-environmental water conflicts plaguing many rural communities. Think of it as a boon for Indian tribes looking to make better and more lucrative use of their river water. Or, think of it as an enabler of growth and sprawl from Sierra Vista […]