UC DAVIS: Lake Tahoe algae experiment suggests seasonal shifts ahead UC Davis Ecosystems October 7, 2025As the climate warms and nutrient inputs shift, what can cool, clear lakes expect? By Kat Kerlin, UC Davis As...
NEVADA TODAY: From stream to lake: new study shows the impact of upstream dynamics on the health of Lake Tahoe University of Nevada-Reno Water quality October 3, 2025Researcher Kelly Loria’s recent publication takes a closer look at watershed interactions at the lake through cutting-edge monitoring systems By...
DWR: Reviving the Golden State’s meadows and watersheds: An essential part of California’s water security Department of Water Resources (DWR) Ecosystems September 23, 2025From the Department of Water Resources: High in the mountains, thousands of feet above where most Californians live, are alpine...
SIERRA NEVADA CONSERVANCY: Restoring Resilience: Leveraging nature-based solutions for wildfire protection and carbon storage in Sierra-Cascade forests Sierra Nevada Conservancy Wildfires and watersheds September 10, 2025By the Sierra Nevada Conservancy Over the last 21 years, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) has funded and supported essential...
EDWARD RING: Logging saves species and increases our water supply Edward Ring Planning and management July 31, 2025Commentary by Edward Ring, Director of Water and Energy Policy at the California Policy Center There are obvious benefits to...
AG ALERT: Federal forestry cuts fuel wildfire, resource concerns Ag Alert Wildfires and watersheds July 30, 2025By Christine Souza, Ag Alert As wildfire conditions across California are expected to increase steadily through the summer, state officials...
NEVADA TODAY: Microplastic Mayhem: How three researchers are analyzing particles in Lake Tahoe University of Nevada-Reno EcosystemsWater quality July 23, 2025The University of Nevada, Reno research team uses latest tech for long-term project By Madison Kitch, University of Nevada-Reno It’s...
UC DAVIS: Tahoe State of the Lake Report released for 2024 UC Davis Ecosystems July 18, 2025Lake Tahoe’s annual health check-up presents long-term trends By Kat Kerlin, UC Davis The UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center...
PRESS RELEASE: Governor Newsom challenges President Trump to adopt model executive order to help ‘Make America Rake Again’ Office of Governor Gavin Newsom Wildfires and watersheds July 2, 2025What you need to know: California has invested billions of dollars to fight fires and treated millions of acres to...
EOS: Precipitation Extremes Drive Swings in Lake Tahoe’s UV Exposure American Geophysical Union EcosystemsScience June 26, 2025An 18-year study reveals dramatic year-to-year variations in ultraviolet radiation penetration tied to Sierra Nevada precipitation cycles. By Andrew Chapman,...
CAL MATTERS: ‘Not improving’: Lake Tahoe had one of its murkiest years on record Cal Matters Water quality June 17, 2025By Rachel Becker, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Lake Tahoe’s iconic blue...
UC DAVIS: Lake Tahoe clarity report: Trend stable, not improving UC Davis Water quality June 17, 2025Annual report suggests deep dive into particle science By Kat Kerlin, UC Davis Lake Tahoe’s long-term clarity record is not...
PRESS RELEASES: California, federal government, Yuba Water Agency partner up in historic project to reopen North Yuba River to native fish Office of Governor Gavin Newsom Fish and wildlife April 26, 2025Press release from the Office of the Governor: California is working with state, local, and federal agencies in a historic...
CAL MATTERS: The high cost of fixing Lake Tahoe: Famed alpine lake still murky after decades of efforts Cal Matters Policy and regulationWater quality March 19, 2025Reporting by Julie Cart, Data analysis by Natasha Uzcátegui-Liggett This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their...
PRESS RELEASE: Pilot project returns spring-run chinook salmon to North Yuba River Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish and wildlife February 21, 2025From the Department of Fish & Wildlife: Salmon are swimming again in the North Yuba River for the first time...
