AZ Central Gov. Doug Ducey: Why I put $30 million toward Arizona’s Drought Contingency Plan
Dec 01, 2018 -
After a great deal of hard work in recent weeks, water leaders from across Arizona have made significant progress in the effort to protect Arizona’s Colorado River water supplies. This... 
What do the Colorado gubernatorial candidates have to say about water?
Oct 31, 2018 -
With the gubernatorial election fast approaching, Coloradans want to know where the candidates stand on the most important issues--including the... 
Putting Out Fires from the Front Lines: One Firefighter’s Experience Putting out Devastating Wildfires
Aug 30, 2018 -
By Lydia Zowada, member of the Nature Conservancy's Forest and Fire Team I am back in Colorado right now, but I have... 
Critically low Lake Mead levels highlight need for Arizona action
Aug 23, 2018 -
By Kevin Moran (NOTE: this post first appeared on Environmental Defense Fund) Lake Mead water users this week learned we once again narrowly avoided water cutbacks by the... 
Celebrating Colorado River Day
Jul 24, 2018 -
In honor of Colorado River Day on July 25, Water for Colorado has assembled stories about the importance of the... 
2018 is the Year of the Bird. Colorado Must Step Up to Protect Them
Jul 05, 2018 -
by Abby Burk, Western Rivers Regional Program Manager, Audubon Rockies Early morning blue heron on the Colorado River On... 
Here’s What Colorado’s Next Governor Can do to Safeguard our Water Supply
Jun 25, 2018 -
Water is critical to Colorado’s economy, lifestyle, and identity. It fuels our cities and agriculture and it supports our vital recreation industry. But increasing demands on our existing supplies... 
Do You Know Your Water, Colorado?
Apr 18, 2018 -
Rivers are the lifelines of Colorado’s economy, environment, and lifestyle. They touch everyone in our state, providing most of our clean, safe, and reliable drinking water; supporting... 
How Water Reuse Can Help Meet the West’s Water Needs
Mar 19, 2018 -
By Laura Belanger, Water Resources & Environmental Engineer (Note: this post first appeared on Western Resource Advocates.) The West faces a water supply gap, and the reasons are simple.... 
Pledge to Support & Fund Colorado’s Water Plan
Mar 06, 2018 -
If you look at Colorado's mountains, one thing is clear: it’s dry out there. In fact, it may be the driest winter in 30 years. While skiers and... 2017 Coverage Highlights
Dec 15, 2017 -
Here's a roundup of notable 2017 coverage of the Colorado River. Walton Family Foundation: In Wyoming’s High Desert, A Conservation Solution that Benefits Ranchers and Rivers (December... 
Colorado Families need a Ford not a Ferrari for a Water Plan Budget
Aug 18, 2017 -
Smart Prioritization and Collaboration Critical By Sinjin Eberle, Director of Communications Intermountain West-American Rivers; Kristin Green, Water Advocate-Conservation Colorado; Rob Harris,... Are you an expert on the Colorado River? Test your knowledge.
Jul 25, 2017 -
Happy Colorado River Day! Today we honor the hardest working river in the West and acknowledge all that it does for us. This river provides the water... 
2017 Colorado River Summer Reading and Watch List
Jul 24, 2017 -
Looking to add to your summer reading or watch list? Whether you’re headed to a beautiful body of water, relaxing in your backyard, or staying in on a rainy... 
Every Drop Counts: What You Can Do to Save Water in the West
Jun 22, 2017 -
Modern conveniences have made it easy to forget how much water we’re using and where that water really...