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flag Environmental groups urge U.S. to curb Colorado River water waste amid shortages.

flag Environmental groups have petitioned the U.S. government to ensure water from the Colorado River, a vital source for 40 million people across seven states, two Mexican states, and Native American tribes, is used reasonably and not wasted. flag Chronic overuse, drought, and climate change have caused water shortages. flag The Bureau of Reclamation has not yet responded, and defining reasonable use is a challenge. flag Reducing waste could help the river's sustainability, but critics fear cuts could harm farmers and consumers. flag States must decide on new sharing rules by 2026.

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