New technologies and better governance can led to smarter, less wasteful use of water.
Watered Down: A Weakened Global Water Strategy
U.S. policy retrenchment leaves trail of broken engagements, unfinished infrastructure, weakened institutions, and diminished water security
Clean Water Is a Virtue in Helping Cities Be ‘Livable and Lovable’
Lessons from Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona
With Wildfire-Prevention Work, Flagstaff Seeks to Avoid the Next Devastating Flood
A severe fire in the city’s central watershed could lead to $2.8 billion in damages.
As Flames Scorch Western Forests, Flagstaff Area Offers Roadmap for Post-Wildfire Flood Prevention
Floods and landslides are post-wildfire hazards spreading a slow disaster across the American West.
Thunder Bay is Bringing its Great Lake Shoreline Back
Decades of industrial pollution on Lake Superior has seen stretches of its shore deemed areas of environmental concern for both Canada and the U.S. A massive investment of time and money is letting nature return
Huge Organic Farm In Iowa Thrives Without Chemicals
An invitation to other farmers to increase profits and limit water pollution.
U.S. Movement to Limit CAFO Pollution Emboldened by Michigan Court Ruling
State Supreme Court strengthens authority to prevent mammoth tide of manure from contaminating water.
Harnessing Mussels to Filter Fresh Water
A biological cure for contaminants is being studied.
Colorado River Water Use in Three States Drops to 40-Year Low
Arizona, California, and Nevada take less water from the struggling river.
Push to Turn Farm Manure into Renewable Energy Draws Concerns
Billions in Taxpayer-funded incentives for new, loosely regulated U.S. energy sector.
Chicago Suburbs, Running Out of Water, Will Tap Lake Michigan
America’s groundwater is now running dry where water is abundant.