Denver Puts Water Fees Toward Forest Conservation

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By MongaBay | 06 March 2011 | 798

Denver Water delivers clean drinking water to more than 1.3 million people spread across more than 335 square miles, and most of that water comes from rivers and reservoirs that capture run-off from forest-covered hills in clearly-delineated watersheds. The forests both protect the steep slopes from erosion and regulate the flows of water by mopping it up and then releasing it slowly over time. Convinced that spending money now will save money in the long run, the utility agreed back in August to partner up with the U.S. Forest Service. Read More