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US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump's funding freeze threatens key river. And, U.S. votes against Ukraine peace plan

Trump's freeze on $4 billion for the Colorado River impacts millions and regional agriculture.
The U.S. has altered its approach to Ukraine, signifying a shift in foreign policy dynamics.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump funding freeze includes payments to keep the Colorado River flowing

Trump's executive order impacts funding for Colorado River conservation despite no immediate effect on water levels.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Do I need to prepare for water shortages in Germany this summer?

Germany is experiencing one of its driest springs on record, which raises concerns about water resources and potential economic impacts.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

This Arizona tribe's plan to build floating solar could one day help save the Colorado River

US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump's funding freeze threatens key river. And, U.S. votes against Ukraine peace plan

Trump's freeze on $4 billion for the Colorado River impacts millions and regional agriculture.
The U.S. has altered its approach to Ukraine, signifying a shift in foreign policy dynamics.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump funding freeze includes payments to keep the Colorado River flowing

Trump's executive order impacts funding for Colorado River conservation despite no immediate effect on water levels.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Do I need to prepare for water shortages in Germany this summer?

Germany is experiencing one of its driest springs on record, which raises concerns about water resources and potential economic impacts.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

This Arizona tribe's plan to build floating solar could one day help save the Colorado River

#hosepipe-ban
fromHomebuilding
4 days ago

Can you turn a pond into a natural swimming pool?

It's absolutely possible to convert an existing pond into a swimming pond - in fact, we've done it quite often over the past 20 years. Many clients come to us with old, dark ponds that they no longer use or enjoy, and want to create something swimmable that still feels connected to the landscape.
Renovation
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Farming and solar power complement each other in California's Central Valley

A study found that solar power and farming are complementing each other in farmers' operations, allowing increased profits and decreased water usage, ensuring sustainability.
Agriculture
#drought
#weather
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Temperatures to soar close to 30C over weekend - and public urged to conserve water as 31 areas in 'drought status'

fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Temperatures to soar close to 30C over weekend - and public urged to conserve water as 31 areas in 'drought status'

fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Hydropower saps flows from the mighty Kern River. Rafters want their whitewater back.

"That 16 miles of river is not runnable in a boat," said Jonathan Yates, an avid kayaker who organized the protest.
Environment
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

How Wimbledon ground staff are 'making water wetter' to help keep the grass green

We have a wetting agent programme, which essentially is something we can spray into the soil. It sounds like a weird term, but it makes water wetter. When you think a soil is really, really dry, our grasses can still get water that is maybe not available to other plants.
Agriculture
fromModern Farmer
3 weeks ago

How to Dry Farm Tomatoes for Improved Taste

This type of growing involves producing tomatoes with no supplemental water, relying instead on moisture deep in the soil.
Agriculture
#drought-awareness
#sustainability
Agriculture
fromFast Company
2 months ago

In rural California, farmers are harvesting a new crop: Solar power

Farmers in California are integrating solar panels into agriculture to enhance income and conserve water.
Pets
fromwww.bostonherald.com
2 months ago

Bored with manicured lawns, some homeowners adopt No Mow May all year long

No Mow May promotes allowing natural growth for the benefit of pollinators and sustainable water usage.
Homeowners are transforming their lawns intentionally for ecological advantages.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
2 months ago

In rural California, farmers are harvesting a new crop: Solar power

Farmers in California are integrating solar panels into agriculture to enhance income and conserve water.
Pets
fromwww.bostonherald.com
2 months ago

Bored with manicured lawns, some homeowners adopt No Mow May all year long

No Mow May promotes allowing natural growth for the benefit of pollinators and sustainable water usage.
Homeowners are transforming their lawns intentionally for ecological advantages.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Will there be a 'bath time tax'? The reality behind rising water bills in the UK

The UK is considering progressive water tariffs to encourage conservation amid rising bills.
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Sustainable In the Bathroom: Waste Less, Save More with Every Flush, Shower & Swab

Toilets are often the biggest water-wasters in the house, especially older models that use up to 5 gallons per flush. A modern WaterSense-rated toilet uses only 1.28 gallons.
Remodel
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Could floating solar panels on a reservoir help the Colorado River?

Floating solar panels protect water resources while generating electricity, representing an innovative approach to addressing the dual challenges of water shortages and renewable energy.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Sonoma Water begins inflation of Russian River rubber dam to support regional water supply

The Sonoma County Water Agency began inflating its rubber dam in the Russian River, crucial for supplying clean drinking water to over 600,000 residents.
SF parents
#sustainable-living
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump and The Residence' Share a Fixation on Water Pressure

Trump signs executive order to increase shower head water pressure, reversing previous limits to enhance personal grooming experiences.
fromAustin Monitor
3 months ago

$1 billion expansion of wastewater treatment plant poised to break ground - Austin Monitor

"The city of Austin has been doing a fantastic job with water conservation, and we are using less water per person than we were 20 years ago ... but the concentration of the wastewater has really increased. Low-flow toilets and washing machines are all great, but that's more waste and dirt and less water that comes to our facility."
Austin
Remodel
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

How a Running Toilet Is Costing You Hundreds on Your Water Bill

A running toilet can lead to significant water waste and increased expenses, impacting household budgets.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

I'm a penny-pinching parent who won't let my kids shower every day - haters troll me, let them pay my water bill

Some parents limit their children's showers to save on water bills and for perceived health benefits.
Productivity
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

They Are a Miracle. Donald Trump Hates Them. Every American Should Have One.

New eco-friendly toilets often required multiple flushes, frustrating users despite their water-saving promise.
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