University, S. C. (2023, August 17). The Colorado River and environmental justice for the Navajo tribe. Retrieved from https://www.scu.edu/environmental-ethics/resources/the-colorado-river-and-environmental-justice-for-the-navajo-tribe/ 

The article explores the impact of the drying up of the Colorado River on states that rely on its water resources, with a specific focus on the environmental justice issues faced by the Navajo tribe in Arizona. The Colorado River provides water for 40 million people in seven states and has reached record-low levels due to overuse and climate change. The article examines the water rights allocation, the negotiations between states, and the exclusion of Indigenous groups, especially the Navajo tribe, from the conversation.

Environmental science relates to this article as it addresses the impact of climate change on water resources and resulting environmental justice issues. The drying up of the Colorado River due to chronic overuse and drought is a significant concern, affecting the water supply of millions of people. To me, this article brings attention to the urgent need for sustainable water management and the importance of considering the well-being of all communities in decision-making processes (particularly those most vulnerable to the consequences of environmental degradation). It truly is upsetting to see the effects of climate change leading to the depletion of vital water resources, with Indigenous communities disproportionately affected.