New analysis of snowpack trends around Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado
In a new study, researchers have uncovered intriguing changes in snowfall and warming winter temperatures along the Rocky Mountains.
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Staff for U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet, CSU experts discuss adaptation practices for severe weather
Part of the Natural Resources Consortium annual meeting, the roundtable discussion was focused on how landowners are adapting to increased risks of drought, floods and other changing weather patterns.
Short On Water In The Mountains? Beavers, To The Rescue
Read KUNC's coverage of CSU's research on the benefits of beaver's natural engineering to water quantity and the ecosystems they occupy.
Satellite imagery is revolutionizing the world. But should we always trust what we see?
As satellite images become more ubiquitous, we should reflect on where they come from, how they are created, and the purpose for their use.
Small, local solutions can crack water crises: a South African case study
Many people in rural southern Africa live without any potable water at all. And many are at serious risk because of global climate change.
Measuring snow persistence can help predict streamflow
In a new study, researchers found that snow persistence can be used to map patterns of annual streamflow in dry parts of the western U.S.
Students buzzing with activity in beekeeping, bee medicine clubs
About a dozen students gathered outside the Durrell Center for a "hiving," placing honey bees in three newly built hives.
Free tickets available for April 26 performance of DIRT
SoGES is offering free tickets for the April 26 performance of Dirt: A Terra Nova Expedition.
Hunger guides mountain lions' actions to enter residential areas
A new study found that while predators like mountain lions are generally fearful of and avoid humans, hunger can dampen that fear.
Estimates overstated for Mongolian rangelands damaged by livestock
Researchers found less irreversible damage from livestock in Mongolia’s rangelands than what had been estimated.