drought

The Rivers in Our Skies

Everything you need to know about atmospheric rivers

By Mukta Patil March 13, 2019

In this story: science, climate change, drought

Ask the Dust

What the driest place on Earth can tell us about climate change

By Aaron Carnes December 16, 2018

In this story: climate change, science, drought

Wildfires Shroud Southeast in Smoke

By Matt Smith November 21, 2016

In this story: wilderness, forests, drought, climate change

The Art of the Dry Garden

15 ways to conserve outdoor water use—without sacrificing the beauty of your home garden

By Katie O'Reilly September 28, 2016

In this story: gardening, drought

Snow Monsters

By Brad Rassler December 8, 2015

In this story: snow sports, skiing, drought

In a warming world, ski resorts can only stay  in business by “cannibalizing the climate.”

Hey Mr. Green, What Are the Biggest Nonhousehold Water Guzzlers?

By Bob Schildgen November 3, 2015

In this story: , water, drought

Hey Mr. Green, What Are the Biggest, Non-Household Water Guzzlers?

4 Innovative Ways To Deal With The Drought

By Hope Corrigan August 31, 2015

In this story: water, recycling, drought

Water-Guzzling Agriculture

California's drought forces a look at the water required to grow what we eat

By Reed McManus August 10, 2015

In this story: agriculture, water, drought

The amount of water required to produce one ounce of key food items.

7 Wonderful Water-Saving Gadgets

By Chelsea Leu August 4, 2015

In this story: water, buyers' guide, home, lifestyle, drought

If you are into saving water, complement your unwashed car and xeriscaped front yard with these drought-savvy devices and appliances.

Celebs Are Being "Drought Shamed" and You Might Be Too

By Dylan Mullins June 11, 2015

In this story: water, technology, lifestyle, drought

Social media and a smartphone app help to expose water-wasters across California.

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