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Water keeps Colorado running

 

 

19%

of Colorado’s population relies on groundwater as their residential drinking water source.

Groundwater faces threats and opportunities.

Learn how groundwater is formed, regulated, and used in Colorado.

 

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1%

That’s how many public water systems in the U.S. are dealing with contamination by PFAS, dangerous chemicals found in such common items as Scotchguard and Teflon.

Top EPA officials have said the process to begin setting enforceable limits on these contaminants will begin by year-end.

Critics maintain the EPA is not moving fast enough and is not setting limits at low enough levels to protect the public.

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86%

of Colorado’s water is used for agriculture. But up to 33% of irrigated farms could dry up.

Water controls our food supply.

Farmers need suitable water sources to irrigate their farms. But growing cities are looking for water, too. By 2050, Colorado could lose 500,000-700,00 acres of currently irrigated farmland to meet the demands of municipal growth.

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80%

of Coloradans drink water that flows out of national forest land – and forest fires threaten that water.

Forest, fire and water are inextricably linked.

Ash, nutrients and sediment pollute water after fires. Wildfires are a reality for those living in the West, but the impact on the landscape lingers long after the smoke is gone.

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We ensure a better future for Colorado through water education.

UPCOMING EVENT

President’s Reception:  September 18

Join Water Education Colorado for our annual President’s Reception. Gather online for an evening of celebration, networking, and awards as we honor water leadership and raise money for our work at one of the best water events of the year.

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