Snowpack Archives - Circle of Blue

Climate, Water News

Pacific Northwest’s Winter, Warm and Wet, Is Climate Change Preview

by Brett Walton February 10, 2015March 14, 2016

Little snow in sight looks to be the future of the American West.

Drought, Water News

California Drought: A Dry January Closes and Dread Mounts

by Brett Walton January 29, 2015March 14, 2016

Drought, Water News

As Snow Survey Reveals Drought Deficit, Californians Take Extraordinary Measures to Cope

by Brett Walton April 1, 2014February 9, 2016

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Snow Fail

by Brett Walton February 16, 2014December 14, 2015

The Stream, February 11: Water Shortages in Northeast U.S.

by Andrew Maddocks February 11, 2013

The Stream, January 3: Snowpack Looks Good for California Water Supply

by Codi Kozacek January 3, 2013January 4, 2013

The Stream, May 18: Climate Change Will Affect U.S. Water Availability

by Codi Kozacek May 18, 2012

Walton-006

Forecasting Western U.S. Water Supply in 2012: La Niña Again Delivers a Wet North and a Dry South

by Brett Walton May 1, 2012December 14, 2015

NASA Satellite image of Lake Poyang

Great Lakes, Water & Energy, Water News

Pollution, Dry Weather Choke the World’s Major Lakes

by Codi Kozacek January 30, 2012December 13, 2015

La Nina Winter Soaks

Strong La Niña Winter Soaks Much of the Western United States, But Leaves Southwest Dry

by Brett Walton April 24, 2011March 10, 2016

Lake Mead Water level Issues

Climate, Water & Energy, Water News, Water Policy

Good Snow Season Triggers Bonus Water for Lake Mead

by Brett Walton April 13, 2011April 19, 2011

Agriculture, Climate, Drought, Water Policy

California Drought: Snowpack Inspires Consumers, Worries Water Experts

by Sarah Haughn March 20, 2009December 14, 2015

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The Great Lakes Are Wasting a Massive Source of Clean Energy

The Great Lakes Are Wasting a Massive Source of Clean Energy

Huge potential gains from using waste heat from sewers, data centers, and power plants.

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

In Search of ‘Earned Hope’ on the Colorado River: A Conversation with Photographer Pete McBride

In Search of ‘Earned Hope’ on the Colorado River: A Conversation with Photographer Pete McBride

New book details McBride’s lifelong love affair with his “backyard river.”

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

Great Lakes States Face a Data Center Governance Gap

Great Lakes States Face a Data Center Governance Gap

New regional guides navigate environmental and regulatory blind spots surrounding the AI infrastructure boom.

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

From Pre-Civil War to Present, U.S. Drinking Water Pipes Show a Range of Ages

From Pre-Civil War to Present, U.S. Drinking Water Pipes Show a Range of Ages

Replacing water mains is one of the largest infrastructure budget items for many U.S. water utilities.

March 11, 2026

Great Lakes Water Funding Faces a Critical Year in Congress

Great Lakes Water Funding Faces a Critical Year in Congress

Expiring funding for federal programs and agency cuts threaten drinking water quality, research, and restoration work

March 10, 2026March 11, 2026

Enbridge paid police to protect one pipeline. Now it wants to do it again in Wisconsin.

Enbridge paid police to protect one pipeline. Now it wants to do it again in Wisconsin.

The Bad River Band is fighting to stop Line 5 and protect its watershed. Meanwhile, local sheriffs are already tallying the cost of riot gear.

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

Bayer’s All-Out Campaign to Protect Roundup

Bayer’s All-Out Campaign to Protect Roundup

A global chemical giant fights to shield glyphosate from liability.

March 9, 2026March 10, 2026

Consumers Warns Michigan: Dams Could be Torn Down Unless Utility Sells Them

Consumers Warns Michigan: Dams Could be Torn Down Unless Utility Sells Them

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026