A new state task force charged with investigating the local effects of the drought-depleted Colorado River and recommending legislation to respond to the water crisis met for the first time this week. Members representing different river interests who gathered for the first meeting on July 31 shared hope that they would find common ground as […]
We’re living in a pivotal moment in history, on the cusp of either sinking into a dark period of growing poverty, accelerating ecological destruction, and worsening conflict, or moving forward to a new age of equity, sustainability, and stewardship of the only planet in the universe where we know life exists. I believe a positive […]
After California’s record-breaking winter rains, public health officials are warning about an increased risk for valley fever this summer. “California’s dry conditions, combined with recent heavy winter rains could result in increasing valley fever cases in the coming months,” California Department of Public Health Director Dr. Tomás Aragón said in a news release.
Affordable housing and water – you can’t have one without the other. It’s a stark reality cities on the Monterey Peninsula know well, with the latter always seeming in short supply. But the city of Monterey seems determined to make sure the tap doesn’t run out, for either resource.
It was just before dinnertime on Day 16 of the worst heat wave in Phoenix history, and the temperature outside Karen Shute’s suburban home was 117 degrees. Inside, Shute mixed two cocktails and sat down with her friend at the kitchen table. To save on her electric bill, Shute kept her thermostat around 80 degrees during the […]
About three-fourths of Arizona’s water supply goes to agriculture, and policy makers say the state needs to address that fact as it confronts a shrinking Colorado River. That’s why a University of Arizona program is helping farmers use water more efficiently.
New State Task Force Starts Work on Responding to Worst-Case Colorado River Scenarios
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Andrea Mora /CPR News by Michael Elizabeth SakasA new state task force charged with investigating the local effects of the drought-depleted Colorado River and recommending legislation to respond to the water crisis met for the first time this week. Members representing different river interests who gathered for the first meeting on July 31 shared hope that they would find common ground as […]
Opinion: A New Age of Water is Dawning
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Andrea Mora /TIME by Peter H. GleickWe’re living in a pivotal moment in history, on the cusp of either sinking into a dark period of growing poverty, accelerating ecological destruction, and worsening conflict, or moving forward to a new age of equity, sustainability, and stewardship of the only planet in the universe where we know life exists. I believe a positive […]
Valley Fever Could Hit California Hard. The Drought-to-Downpour Cycle is to Blame
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Andrea Mora /Los Angeles Timesby Summer LinAfter California’s record-breaking winter rains, public health officials are warning about an increased risk for valley fever this summer. “California’s dry conditions, combined with recent heavy winter rains could result in increasing valley fever cases in the coming months,” California Department of Public Health Director Dr. Tomás Aragón said in a news release.
Monterey City Council Welcomes Regional Collaboration to Tackle Water Crisis
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Andrea Mora /Monterey Herald by Tess KennyAffordable housing and water – you can’t have one without the other. It’s a stark reality cities on the Monterey Peninsula know well, with the latter always seeming in short supply. But the city of Monterey seems determined to make sure the tap doesn’t run out, for either resource.
Her Bedroom Was 100 Degrees During Phoenix Heat Wave — and Her AC Was Out
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Andrea Mora /Los Angeles Timesby Jack HerreraIt was just before dinnertime on Day 16 of the worst heat wave in Phoenix history, and the temperature outside Karen Shute’s suburban home was 117 degrees. Inside, Shute mixed two cocktails and sat down with her friend at the kitchen table. To save on her electric bill, Shute kept her thermostat around 80 degrees during the […]
UA Program to Help Farmers Conserve Water Through Irrigation Systems, Crop Selection
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Andrea Mora /KJZZby Ron DunganAbout three-fourths of Arizona’s water supply goes to agriculture, and policy makers say the state needs to address that fact as it confronts a shrinking Colorado River. That’s why a University of Arizona program is helping farmers use water more efficiently.