Each spring, Great Salt Lake transforms into one of the most important stopovers for migratory birds in the Western Hemisphere. About 12 million birds—representing 339 different species—visit the lake’s ecosystem each year. As part of the Pacific Flyway, Great Salt Lake’s vast wetlands and saline flats offer food, shelter, and rest for birds journeying thousands… Read more: Where to See Spring Bird Migration at Great Salt Lake: Top Viewing Spots

This Tuesday, April 22, the Provo City Council will vote on whether to adopt a tiered water rate structure—a change that would adjust what residents pay based on how much water they use. This approach is grounded in years of analysis and expert recommendations and comes at a critical moment for the city’s aging water… Read more: Support Changes to Provo City Water Pricing

A new statewide survey reveals widespread concern about water scarcity, with nearly three-quarters of residents expressing worry and only 16% believing our current supply will last the next two decades.  The findings reflect a population that’s not only paying attention but increasingly open to rethinking how we use—and conserve—this essential resource. In this latest study… Read more: Survey: Utahns Deeply Concerned About Dwindling Water Supply

Great Salt Lake is vanishing. Over the last decade, the lake has declined significantly—exposing toxic dust, killing wetlands, upending ecosystems, and threatening everything from Utah’s ski industry to the health of our communities. In 2022, it hit its lowest level ever. And while recent snowpack brought some relief, the lake is still in trouble. So… Read more: Can Utah’s Market-Based Plan Save Great Salt Lake? 

The 2025 Utah legislative session brought some small but important victories for Great Salt Lake—and it wouldn’t have happened without the leadership of key lawmakers and public officials who stepped up to prioritize water conservation and the lake’s future. We want to take a moment to thank the leaders who showed up for the lake… Read more: Thank You to Our Great Salt Lake Champions!