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What will Arizona do as its share of Colorado River water diminishes?
Jul 22, 2022
Exploration of Arizona's response to decreasing Colorado River water, including a $1.2 billion bill. Discussion on water crisis looming in the Colorado River Basin and potential federal intervention. Proposals for addressing water challenges through desalination and water imports. Emphasis on the importance of conservation measures and new legislation for water conservation in Arizona.
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- Federal intervention may occur if states fail to reduce water usage, impacting hydropower generation and water supply.
- Arizona's $1.2 billion legislation signifies a strong commitment to water conservation and exploring diverse water sources.
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Imminent Federal Deadline for Water Cutbacks in Southwest
Arizona and other states in the Colorado River Basin face a looming federal deadline in mid-August to significantly reduce their water usage to prevent the Colorado River's reservoirs from running dry. Federal intervention may occur if state leaders fail to devise conservation plans, potentially affecting hydropower generation and water supply across the Southwest.
