Study: Fracking Could Strain Water Resources
A new study has found that the proliferation of fracking could put pressure on already stressed water resources in areas from Texas to western Colorado. Full Story
A new study has found that the proliferation of fracking could put pressure on already stressed water resources in areas from Texas to western Colorado. Full Story
The Texas Rainwater Catchment Association will hold its annual state conference in San Marcos on May 11. Full Story
The San Saba River has been listed as the third most endangered river in the U.S. because of "outdated water management." Full Story
An editorial in the Houston Chronicle recommends strong oversight of the state's expected share of fines it will soon receive from BP for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The state could reap as much as $1 billion. Full Story
A state senator has proposed replacing the Texas Water Development Board's six part-time members with full-time commissioners in light of new water projects under consideration in the Legislature. Full Story
A new study from the Environmental Protection Agency has found that more than half the country's river and stream miles are unable to adequately support aquatic life. Full Story
The Southwest Stream Restoration Conference, which will feature workshops and presentations on stream and watershed management in the Southwest, will be held in San Antonio from May 28 to May 30. Full Story
A bill introduced by state Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, to study seawater desalination has been altered to include inland sources such as West Texas brackish water. Full Story
On Thursday at the state Capitol, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., leading state and national water experts will discuss key water issues facing Texas. Full Story
The first "WaterSense"-labeled home in Dallas area opened to the public last week. Renovated homes with the designation are designed to serve as working models for water conservation. Full Story