The investment will go toward upgrading water management infrastructure. The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced that $55 million is now available for a variety of Western drought…
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Western States to Negotiate Long-Term Colorado River Water Plan
The Interior Department is preparing to announce Colorado River Basin water cuts. Western states that rely on the Colorado River are preparing for the 2025 water management process.…
Read MoreBureau of Land Management Announces Agreement with Federal Foundation
Congressionally-created charity raises private funds for land conservation. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced a $11.1 million cooperative five-year agreement with the Foundation for America’s Public Lands…
Read MoreDOI Supports Western Water Reclamation with Additional Investment
Funding will expand water recycling and reclamation facilities. The Department of the Interior announced that $142 million will be distributed to water recycling and reclamation facilities throughout the…
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DOI Awards $242 Million for Western Water Storage
The investment is expected to add enough capacity to support 6.4 million people for a year. The Department of the Interior (DOI) awarded $242 million to five water…
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DOI Announces Investment in Water Reuse Projects
Four projects in California and Utah aim to bolster water reliability. The Department of the Interior distributed $179 million to four projects dedicated to developing large-scale water reuse…
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Interior Invests $520 Million in Drought Resiliency Projects
The projects seek to improve water treatment, storage, and hydropower. The Department of the Interior recently distributed $520 million to 57 drought resiliency projects throughout the Western United…
Read MoreInterior Department Announces Investment in Water Resilience Projects
Secretary Haaland says the projects will enhance “health and conservation throughout Southwest desert ecosystems.“ At the National Conference on Ecosystem Restoration, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced…
Read MoreWater Infrastructure Report Released by Federal Agencies
The Bureau of Reclamation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers detailed the results of collaborative efforts. The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers released a joint report with the…
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Water Agencies Reach Lake Mead Conservation Agreement
The Bureau of Reclamation commissioner commends the collaboration that will be in effect through 2025. The Department of the Interior announced this month that several western water agencies…
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