Western Water News

Western Water News

New Mexico Creates Conservation Fund to Protect Rivers, Wildlife, and More

By Judy Calman
March 28, 2023 — The historic trust will bring in more funds and promote climate resilience.
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Who gets harmed as the Colorado River changes?

By Jennifer Pitt
March 09, 2023 — Negative impacts of water shortages will be vast.
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Ripple Effect: Migratory Birds and Long-term Drought in the West

By National Audubon Society
February 15, 2023 — Audubon experts publish article in Water Resources Impact magazine.
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Conservation Organizations Emphasize Need to Protect Environmental Priorities in Colorado River Basin

By National Audubon Society
February 02, 2023
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How to Save the Colorado River? Use Less Water

By Jennifer Pitt
January 20, 2023 — Audubon submits comments to Bureau of Reclamation as they develop new operating rules.
A white egret catches a fish in the water.
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Audubon’s Top Priorities for the Arizona Legislature in 2023

By Haley Paul
January 17, 2023 — Supporting water policies and management that help Arizona sooner, rather than later.
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Well, the West is Getting a Lot of Snow and Rain

By Jennifer Pitt
January 05, 2023 — But conservation mindset still needed.
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Congress Passes Audubon-backed Bill to Assess and Monitor Saltwater Lake Ecosystems in the West

By National Audubon Society
December 20, 2022 — To better protect people and birds, Audubon science makes the case for the U.S. government’s first coordinated regional assessment of Great Basin saline lakes.
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Partners Across Great Basin Essential to Passage of Saline Lake Ecosystems Legislation

By Marcelle Shoop
December 20, 2022 — Continued partnerships are key to much-needed scientific attention on these unique lakes.
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As Water Levels Plummeted to Historic Lows across the West in 2022, Urgency for Audubon to Protect People and Birds

By Karyn Stockdale
December 19, 2022 — Facing challenges head on this year: dedicated water, dollars, and improved policies.