Arizona Sustainability News
In the sunny northern Mexican state of Sonora, solar energy has been booming in recent years. That is expected to continue, even with the new administration of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
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Jan. 2, 2019
A dolphin has died at a Scottsdale aquatic entertainment facility. It marks the third dolphin death in under two years at Dolphinaris Arizona.
Jan. 1, 2019
There are more than 150 types of seeds in the library catalog online including native tepary beans, wildflowers and luffa.
Dec. 31, 2018
When the Tesla Roadster came on the scene more than a decade ago, it was a sensation, and sold out quickly. Since then, the company has branched out to other models — and price points — of cars, as well as other non-automotive areas.
Dec. 28, 2018
An international group of scientists sent a letter to Mexico’s new president asking him to protect a small, endangered porpoise that lives in Mexico’s Sea of Cortez.
Dec. 28, 2018
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Air quality is a problem throughout the Valley during this time of year.
Dec. 27, 2018
‘Tis the season for repairing, unravelling and replacing holiday lights. But don’t take your frustrations out on the environment – not when there are light-disposal options that are as green as a Douglas fir.
Dec. 26, 2018
Groundwater regulators are in the middle of what’s called a “basin sweep” of the Pinal Active Management Area (AMA). The data will contribute to modeling of the groundwater levels in that part of the state.
Dec. 25, 2018
The Environmental Protection Agency withdrew a permit Monday it gave to the Four Corners Power Plant. The EPA said it will review the impact of pollutants the plant discharges into nearby waterways.
Dec. 25, 2018
The special use permit allows the company Viktoria Solar, agent for an Arizona-based business, to create a solar power generating facility with battery energy storage.
Dec. 25, 2018
The Colorado River has made headlines this year for more than rafting. The river is also a lifeline for our water supply in the American West and it’s future is in doubt.
Dec. 20, 2018
Stakeholders in Arizona have worked all year to come up with a framework for a deal to cut back on water. Significant work still needs to be done, but the big question is: will the state Legislature want to do even more?
Dec. 20, 2018
How soon will Arizona go forward and officially adopt a Drought Contingency Plan in accord with the other states that rely on Colorado River water? Are stakeholders and lawmakers fully on board with the need to act quickly? The head of the Bureau of Reclamation has made it clear that a deadline is rapidly approaching.
Dec. 19, 2018
A new federal law legalizing the growing of hemp comes not a moment too soon as Arizona farmers are likely to be looking for crops that don't need as much water.
Dec. 18, 2018
A new restoration project is underway along the Lower Salt River in the Tonto National Forest, as invasive plant species are threatening native plant species.
Dec. 17, 2018
Last week, the Phoenix City Council voted down a proposed water rate increase. Phoenix’s Water Services Director Kathryn Sorensen joined The Show to talk about why an increase is needed.
Dec. 17, 2018
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has announced he’s resigning and be leaving his post at the end of the month.
Dec. 17, 2018
Arizona utility regulators are restarting discussions on the issue of electric retail competition, otherwise known as electricity deregulation, despite similar talks in the past not leading to much.
Dec. 17, 2018
At the annual Colorado River Water Users Association meeting in Las Vegas, Keith Moses said coming to terms with the limits of the Colorado River is like losing a loved one.
Dec. 17, 2018
Water managers from across the Colorado River Basin are wrapping up their conference in Las Vegas this Friday. Luke Runyon of KUNC in Colorado is there covering it and joined The Show to talk about it.
Dec. 14, 2018
