Western Water News
Bipartisan Colorado River Drought Plan Signed into Law Averting Potentially Catastrophic Outcomes for People and Birds
April 16, 2019 — Audubon worked throughout the West to advocate for the Drought Contingency Plan.
A Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan Is in Place—Now What?
April 16, 2019 — Audubon charts a course for conservation on the Colorado River.
Climate Change and Water Use Will Determine the Future of Great Basin Waterbirds
April 11, 2019 — Science and planning can help ensure their continued existence.
Outdoor Recreation Along Arizona’s Waterways is a $13.5 Billion Industry, Ranked Higher than Golf and Mining, New Report Says
April 11, 2019 — The study also indicates 114,000 jobs supported by recreation along state’s rivers, lakes, and streams.
New Federal Rule Would Reduce Protections for Water in the West, Harming People and Birds
March 28, 2019 — The Trump Administration’s revised Waters of the United States rule would shrink the number of waterways protected under the Clean Water Act.
How Flexible Water Management could Benefit both People and Birds
March 26, 2019 — Exploring a water banking system that works for Utah.
How Craft Beer Is Helping Save Water In the Colorado River Basin
March 8, 2019 — The Western Rivers Brewers Council continues to be an integral partner of Audubon Arizona’s dedication to a sustainable water future.
The Drought Contingency Plan and How We Got Here
March 6, 2019 — Getting DCP over the finish line.
Watershed Moment for Addressing Great Salt Lake’s Declining Water Levels
March 4, 2019 — Collaborative solutions (and legislation) for protecting the Western Hemisphere’s largest lake.
After Major Progress in Arizona Water Policy, Audubon Continues the Cause
February 21, 2019 — At its annual advocacy day, Audubon’s Western Rivers Action Network talked water with Arizona lawmakers.
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