AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoColorado River Crisis: Lake Powell hit a record low at about 3,519.91 feet, just days after Lake Mead’s historic drop, raising alarms for water, hydropower, recreation, and downstream supplies across the Southwest. Utah Water & Power Watch: Federal warnings note a “scary threshold” where turbines could stop generating if levels fall further, with officials pulling water from smaller reservoirs to slow the decline. Heat & Snow Melt Risk: Scientists are studying “snow eater” heat waves—warm spells that stay above freezing day and night for days—potentially doubling melt rates and stressing Western water planning. Wildfire Science in Utah: NASA is investigating pyrocumulonimbus “fire clouds” forming over a Utah wildfire, which can loft smoke high into the atmosphere. Enhanced Geothermal in Utah: New reporting highlights how enhanced geothermal projects can face seasonal drops in net summer output, even when nameplate capacity looks promising. Local Climate-Friendly Homes: Utah Clean Energy is pushing a toolkit to help builders and buyers make new homes more efficient and low-emission. Wildlife Safety: Utah DWR urges hikers to keep at least 150 feet from mountain goats, especially around young herds. Business & Land Use: Terra Clean Energy received Utah permits to start exploration at its Marysvale uranium project.
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