With nearly 250 million light duty vehicles on the road, the United States has the largest automotive fleet in the world. Annual new vehicle sales in the U.S. are second only to China’s. But cars and trucks are among the world’s leading sources of greenhouse gas pollution. The transportation sector produces almost 30 percent of … Continued
The Colorado Plateau is under tremendous stress because of development that is straining natural resources and endangering biodiversity. Jim Enote, director of the Colorado Plateau Foundation is engaging with tribal communities around shared sustainability priorities to sustain Colorado Plateau lands, waters, and culture for generations to come.
Few rivers can measure up to the Colorado River’s scale, beauty, and value. This complex and diverse waterway provides habitat for many species as it carves a 1,500 mile path from Wyoming to the Gulf of California in Mexico. Despite its importance, the Colorado River is at risk. Its water fuels industry, irrigates 3.5 million … Continued