Drought
Drought and Municipal Water Supply: How Cities and Towns Can Secure Their Future
Across the United States, municipalities are grappling with a worsening water crisis. Persistent drought conditions are straining reservoirs, reducing groundwater levels, and putting immense pressure on local water systems. From the arid Southwest to the Plains states, communities face difficult choices about how to sustain their water supplies in the face of increasing demand and…
Read MoreFarms, Ranches, and Communities at Risk: How to Secure Your Own Water Supply in a Drought-Stricken America
For farmers and ranchers across the United States, drought is more than just a weather event—it’s an existential threat. Water scarcity affects crop yields, livestock health, and overall agricultural viability. With much of the West and Plains states facing persistent drought conditions, the need for reliable water sources has never been more urgent. The Growing…
Read MoreDrought Declares No End in Sight – Can We Tap into Hidden Water Reserves?
Despite occasional wet years, drought conditions in the U.S. persist, underscoring the reality that seasonal precipitation alone is not a reliable solution for long-term water security. As we move deeper into 2025, meteorologists warn that regions such as Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and the Northern Plains remain in the grips of severe drought, with little relief…
Read MoreDrought in 2025: A Growing Crisis and the Need for Innovative Water Solutions
As we move further into 2025, drought conditions across the United States continue to worsen, with devastating impacts on agriculture, communities, and water supplies. Recent reports indicate that regions such as Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and the Northern Plains are experiencing severe to extreme drought conditions. Water levels in key reservoirs like Lake Mead and Lake…
Read MoreAdapting to Drought: How Farmers Are Transforming Agriculture and Livestock Management
From California’s Central Valley to the arid plains of Texas, water shortages and drought threaten agriculture, industry, and everyday life. Climate change, population growth, and outdated infrastructure exacerbate the situation, leaving many communities searching for reliable water sources. Traditional methods of water extraction, such as drilling deeper wells or relying on surface reservoirs, are proving…
Read MoreCollaborative Projects: The Potential for Partnerships and Joint Ventures with AquaterreX
(This is part 6 of a 6-part series exploring transforming arid areas with water) As global challenges related to water scarcity and food security continue to grow, innovative solutions are required to transform arid and semi-arid regions into productive and thriving landscapes. AquaterreX, with its expertise in locating deep-seated groundwater, has the potential to play…
Read MoreHow Much Land is Arid or Semi-Arid, and What Will It Take to Make It Ready for Agriculture?
(This is part 2 of a 6-part series exploring transforming arid areas with water) In our last blog, we discussed the possibilities of transforming arid and semi-arid areas with the introduction of sufficient water. In this second installment, we’ll dive deeper into the amount of land classified as arid or semi-arid in Australia and the…
Read MoreWhat If We Could Bring Water to Arid and Semi-Arid Areas?
(This is part 1 of a 6-part series exploring transforming arid areas with water) Water is the foundation of life, yet it remains elusive in many arid and semi-arid regions. It shapes landscapes, sustains ecosystems, and powers economic development. Yet, vast stretches of our planet, including large parts of Australia, the Western United States, South…
Read MoreEscalating Droughts: A Global Challenge
A recent study published in Earth’s Future paints a sobering picture of our planet’s future – droughts are projected to become more severe and prolonged. Using advanced global climate models, the researchers predict that the severity and duration of hydrologic droughts are expected to increase significantly from 2015 to 2100. This trend poses substantial challenges…
Read MoreLooming El Niño Weather Pattern Will Have an Effect But It Won’t End Our Water Challenges
You may be somewhat familiar with La Niña and El Niño, the cyclical weather patterns that impact much of the planet. They typically last 9-12 months but can sometimes last for years. We’re just coming out of a three-year La Niña cycle and most weather experts predict El Niño starting this summer. La Nina usually…
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