Paul Inkenbrandt
@inkenbrandt.bsky.social
I am a hydrogeologist in Utah. I study evapotranspiration, vadose zone processes, and aquifers. My opinions are my own.
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Utah will give farmers an incentive to leave fields fallow — then hopes to get "credit" for the saved water, in negotiations about the Colorado River.
Utah will pay millions for farmers to leave fields empty — and leave water for the Colorado River
Utah will give farmers an incentive to leave fields fallow — then hopes to get "credit" for the saved water, in negotiations about the Colorado River.
www.sltrib.com
December 29, 2024 at 10:59 PM
Utah will give farmers an incentive to leave fields fallow — then hopes to get "credit" for the saved water, in negotiations about the Colorado River.
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Utah’s constitution says the state “forever disclaims all right and title” to the federally-owned public lands within its boundaries. The lawsuit argues that Utah is in violation.
Advocacy group sues Utah to keep 18.5 million acres of land in federal hands
Utah believes it should have ownership over some federally managed land, but environmentalists argue the move backpedals on the agreement that made Utah a state.
buff.ly
December 24, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Utah’s constitution says the state “forever disclaims all right and title” to the federally-owned public lands within its boundaries. The lawsuit argues that Utah is in violation.
Utah Geological Survey was featured in Newsweek! The work of the Utah Flux Network was highlighted in this short article. Next year we are diving deep into our data and reporting on our findings. www.newsweek.com/utah-monitor...
Utah monitors disappearing water across state
The statewide network aims to tackle water loss, inform policy and aid conservation efforts as supplies in the West dwindle.
www.newsweek.com
December 13, 2024 at 5:21 PM
Utah Geological Survey was featured in Newsweek! The work of the Utah Flux Network was highlighted in this short article. Next year we are diving deep into our data and reporting on our findings. www.newsweek.com/utah-monitor...
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Originally from Central Asia, Kernza doesn’t need to be replanted every year, unlike crops such as corn and soybeans.
Scientists Push For A Lesser-Known Grain Called Kernza
Originally from Central Asia, Kernza doesn’t need to be replanted every year, unlike crops such as corn and soybeans.
buff.ly
December 8, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Originally from Central Asia, Kernza doesn’t need to be replanted every year, unlike crops such as corn and soybeans.
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To celebrate the kick-off of #CRWUA2024, explore our new #Storymap that highlights #DRIscience on the #ColoradoRiver. Dive into our research supporting #WaterManagement, and make sure to visit us at booth 41 during the conference. bit.ly/coloradorive... #DiscoverDRI #ScienceThatMattersNow
DRI Science on the Colorado River
A selection of DRI research supporting Colorado River water management
bit.ly
December 4, 2024 at 7:11 PM
To celebrate the kick-off of #CRWUA2024, explore our new #Storymap that highlights #DRIscience on the #ColoradoRiver. Dive into our research supporting #WaterManagement, and make sure to visit us at booth 41 during the conference. bit.ly/coloradorive... #DiscoverDRI #ScienceThatMattersNow
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Utah will receive $50 million from the Inflation Reduction Act to enhance ongoing conservation efforts and shepherd more water to the Great Salt Lake — and state leaders say they plan to leverage an additional $50 million for the effort, as well.
$50M from Inflation Reduction Act will be spent to deliver more water to the Great Salt Lake
Utah will get $50 million from the federal government's 2022 Inflation Reduction Act to enhance ongoing conservation efforts and shepherd more water to the Great Salt Lake. State officials said they'r...
www.sltrib.com
December 2, 2024 at 10:25 PM
Utah will receive $50 million from the Inflation Reduction Act to enhance ongoing conservation efforts and shepherd more water to the Great Salt Lake — and state leaders say they plan to leverage an additional $50 million for the effort, as well.
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The 20 Farming Families Who Use More Water From the Colorado River Than Some Western States
Tens of millions of people — and millions of acres of farmland — rely on the Colorado River’s water. But as its supply shrinks, these farmers get more water from the river than entire states.
Tens of millions of people — and millions of acres of farmland — rely on the Colorado River’s water. But as its supply shrinks, these farmers get more water from the river than entire states.
The 20 Farming Families Who Use More Water From the Colorado River Than Some Western States
Tens of millions of people — and millions of acres of farmland — rely on the Colorado River’s water. But as its supply shrinks, these farmers get more water from the river than entire states.
projects.propublica.org
November 9, 2023 at 12:42 PM
The 20 Farming Families Who Use More Water From the Colorado River Than Some Western States
Tens of millions of people — and millions of acres of farmland — rely on the Colorado River’s water. But as its supply shrinks, these farmers get more water from the river than entire states.
Tens of millions of people — and millions of acres of farmland — rely on the Colorado River’s water. But as its supply shrinks, these farmers get more water from the river than entire states.