/tags/water-conservation water conservation en-US Copyright Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:46:34 GMT /local-news/2025-04-22/snowflakes-death-threats-and-dollar-signs-cloud-seeding-is-at-a-crossroads Utah is using a technology that can add more water to the state's supply. Others in the Colorado River basin are looking to expand. Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:46:34 GMT /local-news/2025-04-22/snowflakes-death-threats-and-dollar-signs-cloud-seeding-is-at-a-crossroads Alex Hager /local-news/2024-09-30/new-book-explores-the-intimate-connection-between-water-and-humans A new collection of essays and poems is set to be released Tuesday, Oct. 1 exploring the unique and often intimate role that water plays in our day-to-day lives – but also the immense power it wields. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:38:50 GMT /local-news/2024-09-30/new-book-explores-the-intimate-connection-between-water-and-humans Bryce Dix /local-news/2024-08-22/nms-aging-water-infrastructure-could-be-in-trouble In a sweeping new policy report presented to the Legislative Finance Committee Thursday, analysts say “piecemeal” funding and various local water system shortfalls need to be addressed to keep New Mexico’s aging water infrastructure healthy. Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:13:08 GMT /local-news/2024-08-22/nms-aging-water-infrastructure-could-be-in-trouble Bryce Dix /local-news/2024-07-10/nmpbs-special-explores-human-connection-to-new-mexico-landscapes-amid-climate-crisis The Southwest is at the forefront of climate change with issues ranging from longer and more intense fire seasons to water scarcity.In a new, hour-long special airing this Friday on New Mexico PBS, “Our Land” senior producer Laura Paskus will explore these impacts here in New Mexico and how the deep-rooted connections humans have with our land can pave the way to meaningful healing. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 21:32:04 GMT /local-news/2024-07-10/nmpbs-special-explores-human-connection-to-new-mexico-landscapes-amid-climate-crisis Bryce Dix /local-news/2024-06-30/does-arizona-have-enough-water-phoenix-area-cities-are-spending-big-to-make-sure-it-does Cities around Phoenix are spending billions to develop water infrastructure. Local leaders say it's a necessary step as the Colorado River shrinks and groundwater dries up. Sun, 30 Jun 2024 14:51:16 GMT /local-news/2024-06-30/does-arizona-have-enough-water-phoenix-area-cities-are-spending-big-to-make-sure-it-does Alex Hager /local-news/2024-05-10/interior-secretary-haaland-announces-60-million-to-help-water-conservation-along-the-rio-grande On Friday Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, announced a $60 million investment from the Biden administration for water conservation and drought resilience along the Rio Grande. Fri, 10 May 2024 23:54:21 GMT /local-news/2024-05-10/interior-secretary-haaland-announces-60-million-to-help-water-conservation-along-the-rio-grande Jeanette DeDios /show/lets-talk-new-mexico/2024-04-15/lets-talk-about-endangered-rivers-and-streams Last summer, the U.S. Supreme Court slashed protections of many waterways and wetlands. Their decision left water advocates and experts alarmed over the potential impact on New Mexico’s streams and rivers. On the next Let’s Talk New Mexico, we’ll discuss a new report labeling the state’s rivers as particularly vulnerable. Mon, 15 Apr 2024 22:52:25 GMT /show/lets-talk-new-mexico/2024-04-15/lets-talk-about-endangered-rivers-and-streams Bryce Dix /local-news/2024-02-15/state-budget-has-climate-wins-but-advocates-wanted-more The recently approved state budget sent to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham increases funds for environmental conservation efforts, but some say it’s not enough. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 23:37:49 GMT /local-news/2024-02-15/state-budget-has-climate-wins-but-advocates-wanted-more Jeanette DeDios /local-news/2024-02-14/poll-finds-historic-bipartisan-support-among-voters-to-conserve-land-in-the-west Fresh, non-partisan polling data from Colorado College’s State of the Rockies project Wednesday is highlighting a historic shift in voter sentiment around climate issues in our region. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 21:50:36 GMT /local-news/2024-02-14/poll-finds-historic-bipartisan-support-among-voters-to-conserve-land-in-the-west Bryce Dix /local-news/2023-10-10/staff-shortages-are-a-top-priority-for-water-conservationists-in-upcoming-legislative-session In a letter to lawmakers and state agencies like the departments of Energy Minerals and Natural Resources and Agriculture, some 16 different conservation organizations are highlighting the dire need for adequate staff funding to ensure current and future state investments in water conservation are utilized to their full potential. Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:24:22 GMT /local-news/2023-10-10/staff-shortages-are-a-top-priority-for-water-conservationists-in-upcoming-legislative-session Bryce Dix