Killing the Colorado

The story of the American West is deeply rooted in the Colorado River, which delivers fresh water to 30 million people. For years, there has been more Colorado water on paper and in people’s minds than in the river itself. Now climate disruption is making the situation even more troubling. Even though a relatively wet year has eased immediate drought concerns, California and other western states realize the Colorado is at risk. How will warmer and drier weather add further stress to a troubled river, and what can California do to use the Colorado River more wisely?

How is the Colorado River connected to California’s other water concerns? Join us for a conversation about protecting the water many westerners take for granted and restoring one of the country’s great waterways.

Speaker: Abrahm Lustgarten, ProPublica