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Recent study says reservoir levels dropping across the U.S.

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/23/2024 12:54:00 PM

A recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters found that reservoirs across the United States are experiencing low storage with greater regularity and more severity than several decades ago.

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‘Splashstreet Boys’ parody offers tips to water the right way

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/1/2024 2:53:00 PM

Denver Water's recent parody song, "I Water That Way," is one of the funniest and best-done parodies you'll ever see. But when you get done laughing, remember the great tips for outdoor water use.

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Tips for a successful Smart Irrigation Month

Dave Gaylinn posted on 6/21/2023 12:12:00 PM

July is Smart Irrigation Month, and we’d like to help your home’s landscape make the grade while also conserving water.

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California reservoirs simultaneously navigating a drought and flooding

Dave Gaylinn posted on 1/12/2023 12:29:00 PM

Massive storms over a few weeks have led to extreme flooding, yet California remains in an historic drought, which has prompted experts to explore ways to better manage floodwaters.

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How much water are you gobbling?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 11/21/2022 4:17:00 PM

A recent survey by American Water shows most Americans under estimate their water footprint.

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A squirmy wastewater treatment system

Dave Gaylinn posted on 11/8/2022 3:08:00 PM

A treatment system, called vermifiltration or worm-based biofiltration, utilizes countless earthworms to digest nearly all contaminants in wastewater without the need for chemicals.

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Smart irrigation offers multiple benefits

Dave Gaylinn posted on 7/29/2022 12:47:00 PM

Smart Irrigation Month provides us with an opportunity to think about conservation in our food production.

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Does drinking water go bad?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/20/2022 11:18:00 AM

Do we need to dump old water out of water bottles?

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Some cool water tips as it heats up

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/16/2022 2:30:00 PM

As the weather heats up in several parts of the United States, responsible outdoor water use is very important.

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Colorado River receives dubious distinction

Dave Gaylinn posted on 4/22/2022 8:26:00 AM

The Colorado River, which serves as a freshwater source for more than 40 million people in seven states and parts of Mexico, has recently been named the country’s “most endangered” by American Rivers.

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