Dust-on-snow events are common in Southern Colorado and on the Western Slope, thanks to close proximity to dry areas of New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah. When the dust finally settles (literally), it can decimate snowpack levels. Clean snow reflects sunlight and absorbs just 5-20% of solar energy; but dust-covered snow Continue reading
Drought will continue to be a significant topic of discussion in the media this summer, with many states still facing significant drought concerns despite late-season snowfall. There are a lot of graphs, charts, and terms being bandied about as part of the drought discussion, so we thought it would be Continue reading
ICYMI Monday (In Case You Missed It) is a weekly feature at Western Views that runs every Monday. The goal of ICYMI Monday is to catch you up on some of the most important stories about conservation and the environment that you might have missed last week. Let’s get to Continue reading