Topic: drought

All topics

Latest News

Not Running Dry: UNLV Project Tackles Water Scarcity in Rural Communities
Engineering professor Eakalak Khan holding a pile of charcoal water cleaners used for his wastewater reuse treatment.
Research |

Interdisciplinary research team led by the College of Engineering explores innovation in wastewater reuse at the household level.

Engines for Change: UNLV Engineering, Economic Development Drive Regional Climate Innovation Partnership
Horseshoe Bend is a horseshoe-shaped incised meander of the Colorado River located near the town of Page, Arizona, United States. It is also referred to as the "east rim of the Grand Canyon.”
Campus News |

UNLV, regional academic partners awarded milestone 'Engines' grant from NSF to translate sustainability ideas into tangible technologies.

The Geologic Secrets of Lake Mead
Lake Mead
Research |

Record of past volcanic eruptions — and potential hazards to health — revealed by low water levels at dwindling local tap source.

Federal Water Shortage Declared at Lake Mead as Reservoir Dips to Lowest Point
A boat sails along the water at Lake Mead with the bathub ring and mountains pictured in the background
Research |

UNLV climate scientist Matthew Lachniet explains what it means and how climate change plays a role.

Why Remote Work Might Worsen Southwest Water Woes
water bottle in Lake Mead
Research |

Research by UNLV economists finds that pandemic stay-at-home orders put a strain on already tight water resources.

Quick Take: What the Fourth National Climate Assessment Means for Nevada and the West
"bathtub ring" around Lake Mead
Research |

Climate change researcher Matt Lachniet explains the impacts of hotter temperatures.

All News