The Great Salt Lake May Disappear as Federal Aid Stalls

By Douglas McIntyre  •  March 4, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how the Great Salt Lake is facing extinction despite temporary relief from recent rains. The federal government’s plan to refill the lake by transferring water from other sources has been stalled, threatening the lake’s survival. The halted $50 million grant is an example of how environmental funding cuts can create long-term consequences.

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