The Great Salt Lake Is Disappearing. Here's What Utah Is Doing About It

Unsustainable water use, a growing population, and ongoing drought are all contributing to the shrinking Great Salt Lake. But what can YOU do to fix it? On this episode of Utah's favorite political podcast, host Jason Perry leads our panel in an engaging discussion about the innovative solutions, policy shifts, and community-driven efforts to restore one of the state's most vital natural resources. Learn how water conservation, legislative action, and public engagement are shaping the path forward as Utah prepares for global scrutiny ahead of the 2034 Olympic Games.

THE DEEPER DIVE:
• The environmental, health, and economic impacts of a shrinking lake
• ️ Dust storms and air quality concerns
• The Great Salt Lake Charter and bipartisan collaboration
• Water conservation policies and technological innovations
• The role of business, government, and individuals in lake restoration
• ️ Olympic 2034 implications and global reputation risks

️ FEATURING:
• Josh Romney – President/CEO of The Romney Group and Founder of the Great Salt Lake Rising Business Coalition
• Natalie Gochnour – Director, Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah
• Brian Steed – Great Salt Lake Commissioner

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