The Colorado River water management crisis has reached another critical moment. There is a deadline on the wall, and the West just missed it. February 14th came and went without agreement among the seven Colorado River Basin states on how to manage one of the most critical water systems in North America. It wasn’t the first missed […]
With summer just around the corner, there’s a new buzzword you’ll likely hear much more of in weather forecasts: the heat dome. As temperatures begin to climb, understanding what a heat dome is — and the serious impact it can have — is critical. This summer, many regions across the United States are preparing for […]
The Colorado River is in crisis. For over two decades, water levels in the river’s reservoirs have been steadily declining, and we are now facing critical shortages that threaten water supplies for millions of Americans. Experts warn that without immediate, large-scale action, we could soon reach a point of no return. Why This Is a […]
People are often surprised when they learn we have water scarcity issues in the United States. For example, Flint, Michigan, experienced water issues for over six years. In 2014, a change in water supply from Lake Huron and the Detroit River to the Flint River caused severe problems for residents of Flint, Michigan. High levels […]
The Global Water Scarcity Challenge – Water scarcity is a critical global issue exacerbated by the growing demand for freshwater due to increasing populations. In the arid state of Arizona, an innovative solution has emerged to address this challenge by transforming recycled water into a valuable resource for agriculture. This sustainable practice conserves precious freshwater […]
Drought is a complex and recurring issue that affects many regions across the United States and the world. It is not merely a lack of rainfall; droughts are driven by various natural and human factors that disrupt the delicate balance of water in our environment. Understanding the causes of drought is crucial for effective water […]
New Drought Settings for B-hyve Pro and B-hyve apps! Built to provide better control of watering during drought seasons, B-hyve’s new feature ties into a customer’s local drought data and weather forecasts, automatically adjusting to use less water while still keeping plants healthy. When using the drought feature in the app, customers can identify the […]