Gila River Tribes Intend to Float Solar Panels on a Reservoir. Could the Technology Help the Colorado River?

Written By Global Ocean Health

On its surface, floating solar appears to conserve water while generating carbon-free electricity. River managers are cautious, but some say the West can’t afford to wait.

Inside Climate News | June 1, 2025
By Jake Bolster

The Gila River Indian Community in Arizona has lined 3,000 feet of their canals with solar panels. Credit: Jake Bolster/Inside Climate News

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