Water Optimization Program News Today

A dropping lake level affects agriculture, public health and the environment — but water conservation can halt the decline.

A team of Utah agencies and research institutions outlined six major recommendations for the state to consider when it comes to handling the drying Great Salt Lake.

A team of Utah agencies and research institutions outlined six major recommendations for the state to consider when it comes to handling the drying Great Salt Lake.

Lobbyists, environmental advocates, the agriculture industry, researchers and other stakeholders discuss what other policies they’d like to see to help the Great Salt Lake in the upcoming Utah legislative session, which kicks off on Jan. 17, 2023.

Scientists are trying to strike a balance between reducing agricultural water consumption and maintaining high crop production.

/PRNewswire/ -- Hart Energy editorial staff will announce the recipients of the 2022 Meritorious Awards for Engineering (MEA) Innovation in the August 9th E&P+...

The MEAs program recognizes new products and technologies designed by companies and people who understand the need for newer, better and constantly changing technological innovation to appease the energy-hungry world.

The governor responded to recent criticism to Utahs water use brought up by the New York Times and comedian John Oliver.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox goes on the defense after a New York Times article mentioned the state’s water diversion as a key reason for the shrinking Great Salt Lake and “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” mocked St. George’s golf courses and Cox’s call for prayers for rain last year.

There's still time to save the Great Salt Lake—if the Legislature steps up.