Solar Growth Cushions Colorado River Hydropower Declines
Hydropower output at Hoover Dam has decreased by about half since 2000 due to drought, with Lakes Mead and Powell approaching critical thresholds.
Utilities that receive federal hydropower from Colorado River dams are turning to solar power as a result.
Minimal precipitation, low reservoirs, the second-hottest 12-month period on record
In Arizona, top water policy officials gathered to decide whether to extend a drought emergency declaration, considering the severe conditions.
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Author's summary: Solar power helps mitigate hydropower declines.