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  • Coachella Valley
  • April 1, 2026

Rooted in Hope: A Visit to Esperanza’s Sanctuary

Local Changemakers: Food sovereignty, rescued animals, and the quiet work of building resilience in the desert. This post is the first in a series showcasing local climate solutions and field trip reports: the people, places, and…

  • April 1, 2026
  • Coachella Valley
  • Climate ChangeExtreme Heat
  • March 18, 2026

March Is the New June: What This Week’s Historic Heat Means for the Desert Southwest

Something feels off this week if you step outside in the Coachella Valley. The light still has that low, golden, late-winter slant. The wildflowers are still blooming. And yet the thermometer is reading temperatures that wouldn’t…

  • March 18, 2026
  • Climate Change, Extreme Heat
  • Colorado River
  • February 12, 2026

The Colorado River at a Crossroads: Why This Year Matters for the Desert Southwest

Understanding the historic negotiations shaping water’s future in our region If you live in the Desert Southwest, this is a pivotal year for the Colorado River. The river supports approximately 40 million people across seven states…

  • February 12, 2026
  • Colorado River
  • Climate ChangeNational Parks
  • January 27, 2026

Joshua Trees are Blooming Way Too Early and That’s a Problem

Something weird is happening in the Mojave Desert. Joshua trees are flowering in late October and November instead of their usual late February timing. It might sound like a minor scheduling hiccup, but for scientists studying…

  • January 27, 2026
  • Climate Change, National Parks
  • Climate ChangeNational Parks
  • June 28, 2023

California Lawmakers Pass Historic Bill to Permanently Protect Climate-Threatened Western Joshua Tree

California lawmakers have passed a historic bill (Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act) to permanently protect the western Joshua tree, making it the first law in the state aimed at safeguarding a species threatened by climate change.…

  • June 28, 2023
  • Climate Change, National Parks

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