https://knpr.org/environment Environment en-US Copyright Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:45:47 GMT https://knpr.org/environment/2026-11-09/floods-bring-rare-relief-to-us-southwest-reservoirs-as-lake-powell-rises-20-feet Record rainfall in the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to the region's depleted reservoirs. Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:45:47 GMT https://knpr.org/environment/2026-11-09/floods-bring-rare-relief-to-us-southwest-reservoirs-as-lake-powell-rises-20-feet The Associated Press https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-10-28/after-a-decade-of-solar-generation-a-reservation-asks-has-it-helped The Moapa Band of Paiutes Tribe was the first reservation to have a solar farm, but none of the power or revenue generated reaches tribal members. Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:49:04 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-10-28/after-a-decade-of-solar-generation-a-reservation-asks-has-it-helped Jimmy Romo-Buenrostro https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-10-15/dems-look-to-repeal-yucca-mountain-as-trump-admin-shifts-nuclear-hopes-to-other-states Nevada Democrats in Congress such as Dina Titus have re-introduced legislation aimed at permanently ending Yucca’s role as the country’s sole nuclear waste repository. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:27:56 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-10-15/dems-look-to-repeal-yucca-mountain-as-trump-admin-shifts-nuclear-hopes-to-other-states Paul Boger https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-10-02/a-super-el-nino-likely-to-bring-additional-rain-to-nevada The weather pattern, caused by warmer water temperature in the Pacific, may also bump temperatures up in the state — which may not bode well for snowfall in the north Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:19:50 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-10-02/a-super-el-nino-likely-to-bring-additional-rain-to-nevada Mike Prevatt https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-09-03/a-month-of-wildfires-has-wreaked-havoc-around-reno Over the last several weeks, a series of wildfires – some natural, others believed to be started by people – has burned more than 150,000 acres in Washoe County. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:48:40 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-09-03/a-month-of-wildfires-has-wreaked-havoc-around-reno Paul Boger https://knpr.org/environment/2026-08-05/rising-temperatures-could-keep-more-flights-from-taking-off-on-time Clear blue skies don’t always mean smooth flying. Extreme heat also can disrupt flights and travel plans. American Airlines recently offered compensation to customers who voluntarily gave up their seats after temperatures reached 114 degrees Fahrenheit in Las Vegas. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:48:13 GMT https://knpr.org/environment/2026-08-05/rising-temperatures-could-keep-more-flights-from-taking-off-on-time The Associated Press https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-08-04/report-warming-climate-wildfire-smoke-top-threats-to-tahoe Lake Tahoe is experiencing fewer days below freezing, and summers are getting longer and hotter. And that doesn’t include one of the biggest threats to the area: wildfires. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:20:09 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-08-04/report-warming-climate-wildfire-smoke-top-threats-to-tahoe Paul Boger https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-07-31/new-federal-rules-mean-big-colorado-river-cuts-for-nevada The development comes after months of both anticipation and contention among the seven southwestern states that use the river's water. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:40:33 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-07-31/new-federal-rules-mean-big-colorado-river-cuts-for-nevada Paul Boger https://knpr.org/environment/2026-07-14/trump-reduces-2-utah-national-monuments-as-gop-reshapes-land-management President Donald Trump is sharply reducing the size of two national monuments in Utah, shrinking Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:16:44 GMT https://knpr.org/environment/2026-07-14/trump-reduces-2-utah-national-monuments-as-gop-reshapes-land-management The Associated Press https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-07-08/as-the-colorado-river-water-management-agreement-nears-expiration-where-does-southern-nevada-stand The general manager of SNWA reviews the river law's history, current status and what could happen next for Las Vegans Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:20:58 GMT https://knpr.org/show/knprs-state-of-nevada/2026-07-08/as-the-colorado-river-water-management-agreement-nears-expiration-where-does-southern-nevada-stand Heidi Kyser