Wildfire restoration efforts bring back native plants and wildlife
The National Park Service has teamed up with organizations to plant 100,000 species of trees and other plants, restoring Santa Monica Mountains National Park lands after wildfires. To take care of California’s natural ecosystem, the NPS is keeping its focus on native species.
Antitrust suit can proceed against SRP over charges to solar customers
WASHINGTON - A federal appeals court said Monday that SRP customers who also have solar panels at their homes can pursue an antitrust claim against the utility for a policy of charging them more than other customers.
An incoming storm: Athletes, sports organizations ‘moving the needle’ in climate change action
PHOENIX – Professional athletes and teams across the globe have been proactive in the fight against climate change. Sports contribute largely to carbon emission, and athletes taking the cause into their own hands is happening more often.
Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project projected to serve thousands of people
PHOENIX – The ongoing project aims to bring drinking water to the Navajo Nation, the Jicarilla Apache Nation and Gallup, New Mexico. Some residents have received water while others are still waiting.
With less water on the surface, how long can Arizona rely on what’s underground?
As Arizona farms and homes compete for water, the state relies on massive underground water stores. But some fear the aquifers are not the solution where the water supply is continuing to shrink.
New irrigation technology could save water for Arizona farms
TONOPAH – The Central Arizona Project is working with a Tonopah farmer to evaluate technology that converts flood-irrigated fields into a drip system that uses gravity, with no external form of energy.
Arizona State theater group is taking climate change to the stage
TEMPE – Scientists and climate experts are trying to find new ways to help people understand the impact of climate change. Instead of a bulleted presentation, some of them are turning to a different medium – the theater.
How climate change is forcing Arizona wine growers to adapt their practices
CAMP VERDE – As temperatures rise, solar indexes intensify and weather patterns shift in Arizona, winemakers are grappling with how to adapt to climate change’s impact on their operations.
Arizona farmer struggles with water shortage, thinks about selling her family’s land
CASA GRANDE — Arizona rivers and reservoirs saw record low water levels last year as megadrought and rising temperatures continue. The forecast for 2022 isn’t much better.
Here’s what you need to know about Phoenix’s Climate Action Plan
PHOENIX – Phoenix has updated its plan to achieve the city’s goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, along with plans to address extreme heat, drought, poor air quality and other issues stemming from climate change.
These four metrics are used to track drought, and they paint a bleak picture for the Southwest
Soil-moisture data don’t bode well for the 40 million people who depend on the Colorado River, which is being diminished by overuse and climate change.
Nearly half of tribal homes lack clean water, but pandemic funds offer hope of improvements
TO'HAJIILEE, New Mexico – Across the country, 49% of Native American homes lack access to reliable water, clean drinking water or basic sanitation. Homes in the Navajo town of To'hajiilee, outside Albuquerque, are no exception.
