Tag Archives: water rights

Water Plan: Can Colorado Learn from Texas and California?

Zach Owens : Friday January 20, 12:36PM

The program for the Colorado Water Congress 2012 Annual Convention has been released. The Theme of this year's convention is "The Year of Water Celebration. Our Stories. Our Work. Our Vision." On Friday, … More »

Colorado River Protection Coalition Intervenes Against Flaming Gorge Pipeline

Zach Owens : Friday December 16, 11:02AM

The Colorado River Protection Coalition has released a motion to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to intervene against a preliminary permit application for the proposed Flaming Gorge Pipeline. … More »

The never-ending dilemma: Colorado’s viable water options

Jackie Ganfield : Monday November 28, 1:33PM

Colorado's water supply has a shortage and viable end in sight. The discussion beyond this fact is, how will we obtain enough water for our growing population? Options: Flaming Gorge Pipeline, Pipeline from … More »

Have You Ditched the Water Bottle Fad Yet?

Jackie Ganfield : Wednesday September 28, 4:50PM

The American way of life is consumed by a large amount of plastic products. We purchase beverages in plastic bottles, food in plastic containers and wrapping, and even purchase our plastic products with … More »

Enjoying the rain? Rainwater collection in Colorado.

Zach Owens : Friday July 29, 10:36AM

With all the wet weather recently, Coloradoans are starting to grow gills and webbed toes. Regardless how you feel about the abnormally rainy summer, the rain prompts the opportunity to discuss rainwater … More »

Change in Environmental Review for a 550-mile Water Pipeline

Zach Owens : Thursday July 21, 12:36PM

Aaron Million, a Fort Collins entrepreneur, is proposing the Regional Watershed Supply project which would create a 550-mile water pipeline that would pump water from the Flaming Gorge in Wyoming to Colorado … More »

In honor of the late David Getches

Zach Owens : Monday July 18, 12:47PM

The Alliance would like to honor the late David Getches who was pivotal in the fields of water laws and American Indian rights. Getches passed away at his home in early June. At the time he was the Dean of the … More »

Dirtying the Clean Water Act with a new House Bill

Zach Owens : Wednesday July 13, 1:59PM

A distressing House Bill, H.R. 2018 Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act, moved to the house floor this past week for debate. This bill would compromise the very foundation of the Clean Water Act … More »

2012 Year of Water

Zach Owens : Friday July 1, 12:44PM

Mark your calendars! 2012 is the year to celebrate all things water in Colorado! The Colorado Foundation for Water Education is leading a collaborative effort of many water partners to honor the past, … More »

Cooperation needed in deciding the future of the Colorado River

Zach Owens : Thursday June 23, 12:19PM

A recent article in the High Country News, discussed the opening remarks presented at the Navigating the Future of the Colorado River, which was held at the University of Colorado Law School. At the … More »

Colorado. The perfect place to discover . . . Oceans?

Cherlyn Seruto : Monday June 13, 1:44PM

Colorado is well known for its tall mountains, sweeping plains, and opportunities for relaxation or adventure. While walking down just about any street in the state you may just as likely hear conversation … More »

Metro Roundtable: A region’s water demand requires a statewide effort

Zach Owens : Thursday June 9, 4:30PM

Last night I attended a Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) Metro Roundtable meeting. This roundtable is one of nine basin roundtables in the state that are overseen by the CWCB. The priority for the … More »

Colorado Supreme Court Limits Water Transfer Between Ag and Cities

Zach Owens : Monday June 6, 11:14AM

Last Tuesday, the Colorado Supreme Court affirmed limits on transferring agriculture water rights to municipalities. The ruling provides a preview of similar cases that will likely emerge in the coming years … More »

Fracking regulations too lax?

Cherlyn Seruto : Thursday June 2, 12:56PM

As the primary requirement for human life outside of oxygen, you may be curious about a contentious issue concerning Colorado s water quality. Drinking water resources for the majority of the state may be in … More »
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