A Colorado River showdown is looming. Let the posturing begin
The states that draw water from it are about to undertake a new round of negotiations over the river’s future.
Arizona move toward 100% clean energy faces challenge from legislature
The legislature considers limiting the power of state utility regulators as it looks to increase Arizona's renewable energy standard.
Desert Lab on Tumamoc Hill begins new phase of community outreach
An old building will make way for new gardens.
In rapidly warming Colorado River Basin, the negotiating table is being set
A new round of talks could define how the river system adapts to a changing climate for the next generation.
Tucson mayor asks community for help guiding climate action plan
A survey open through the end of March invites residents to prioritize actions city can take.
Jelani Cobb: "Whose Vote Counts?"
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Chris Dashiell recommends standout shorts from the "What's Up Docs?" online film festival; and the uncertain future of the Chiricahua Leopard Frog.
Arizona's 2020 wildfire season among worst in past decade
2,520 wildfires burned across the state, 82% human caused
Upper Colorado River drought plan triggered for first time
A recent federal forecast showed one of the river’s biggest reservoirs -- Lake Powell in Utah -- dropping below a critical threshold.
Predicted Arizona dry year could impact trees, cause fires
After driest year on record in 2020, no relief is in sight
Colorado River watershed forecast looks very dry for start of 2021
The Colorado River’s largest reservoirs are likely to drop next year if demands stay the same.
Phoenix posts its hottest summer and autumn in city history
Arizona's capital already has shattered its record for the most days of triple-digit heat in a calendar year.
Major changes in environmental policy expected under Biden
Reclassifying Arizona waterways is among the items on the new administration's agenda
As Western fires burn, focus narrows on forest management. But it’s easier said than done
Correcting the mistakes of the past is tougher than it sounds, as managers work to get ahead of coming wildfires and learn from previous ones.
In grasslands plagued by invasives and drought, wildfires fuel calls for new solutions
Invasive plants and climate change are changing the relationship between vast rangelands, drought and wildfire.
For the West’s drinking water, wildfire concerns linger long after smoke clears
For municipal drinking water systems, fires are felt for years after they’re snuffed out.
