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“It’s a classic economic problem,” said Jeni Arndt, the mayor of Fort Collins. “How do you distribute a scarce and shrinking resource when there’s growing demand?” Jeni James ArndtCity of Fort Collins City of Thornton, Colorado State of Colorado It is a water reality! It is unlike any other resource! Why not take control of and manage water demand? Moving water from community A to community B seems smart on paper (water rights) but that is not how water works! Does water have water rights? Easier said than done but all stakeholders need to come to terms that they can’t control (understand many stakeholders mean well) water yet each stakeholder can proactively control usage/demand solutions which gives water a much better chance of being water:) My 2 cents. David Gelles thank you for the balanced reporting and speaking up for water! The New York Times #water #coloradoriverbasin #drought #snow #rain #waterreuse #waterrecycling #greywater #lawns #irrigation #science #reality #climateeducation #sustainability #statusquo

Close your eyes and imagine a day without water. This means no clean water to drink or bathe in and no way to irrigate our crops. For our ecosystems, this means the lack of the crucial element that nourishes and sustains all living things. At DEA, we understand the vital role water plays in the lives of all organisms. That's why we are committed to our clients who strive to seek balance between providing access to clean, reliable water for their communities and safeguarding the natural environment. In honor of “Imagine a Day without Water,” today we shine a light on the Willamette Water Supply Program, which is protecting water quality-source to tap. The Willamette Water Supply Program is a partnership between the Tualatin Valley Water District, the City of Hillsboro, and the City of Beaverton to expand the mid-Willamette River at Wilsonville as a municipal water supply source. When complete in 2026, the new system will provide clean, reliable water to businesses and residents in Washington County, while leadership and staff work to improve and protect the Willamette River for future generations. DEA proudly provides environmental and land use permitting, survey, and construction support to this transformative project. On this day of reflection, remember that clean water is a fundamental right. Let's work together to ensure no one must live a day without water. #DEAwater #ImagineADayWithoutWater #CleanWater #ValueWater

BREAKING NEWS: 7 lakes are being removed from Minnesota's Impaired Waters List! This list includes lakes that fail to meet water quality standards. Of the 7 lakes listed, alum applications were performed by the nutrient remediation experts at SOLitude in 4 of the waterbodies! These applications have helped restore water quality and create safe, clean water for the community. Is your lake at risk or on an Impaired Waters list? Consider eco-friendly alum applications. Read the full news release here: https://ow.ly/lnh550QZ2qF #waterquality #waterrestoration #waterqualityrestoration

Simple and Elegant to justify the Game of #Water. #FreshWater is the key to every booming civilization. Taking control of our own actions; to preserve, efficient utilisation, restructuring supply, lesser dependency on ground water... these are the crucial steps we can take to live a better and healthier life for us and our future generations. #savewater to #savelives

Really important work happening here! Building climate change resilience is an important step in recovering rapidly declining salmonid populations.

"We have a shrinking resource and a growing population" that has to be fed and needs water. "How do you do that? By figuring out better ways to use the resource we have." That includes less water use by cities, including changes in landscaping. "We're not asking you to make it look like a rock garden," he said. Without reductions in water consumption, the answer to growth is to take water out of agriculture, "and that's not how we succeed as a society. In fact, that's what leads to the downfalls of societies is when we don't produce our own food." The answer is not to vilify agriculture, he added. "It's how every sector can use less water and sustain the growth we know is coming." The Denver GazetteColorado Politics #water #watertech #waterreuse #waterrecycliing #sustainability #climateeducation #droughts #demandmanagement #coloradoriverbasin #realestatedevelopment #multifamilyrealestate #ecofriendly #denver #greywater #aiforgood Water Foundry VenturesCity and County of DenverFLUX Partner GroupOZ ArchitectureTivoli Brewing CompanySherman & Howard L.L.C.redT HomesUrban VillagesArvada Rent-AllsPropTechProsGreyter Water Systems, Inc.Stormsaver LtdTHREE LAKES WATERSHED ASSOCIATION https://lnkd.in/gPsnhTh7

Is water set to become more valuable than oil? In the arid landscapes of the American West, water is more than a resource—it's a lifeline, a source of contention, and, increasingly, a lucrative commodity. Nowhere is this more evident than in the tiny town of Cibola, Arizona, where a quiet struggle over water rights is unfolding, pitting local residents against powerful corporations in a battle for survival. Cibola, with its population of around 200 people (or 300, including weekend visitors), seems like an unlikely battleground. Nestled along the lower Colorado River, it exudes a quiet charm with its dusty shrublands, residential streets, and fields of cotton and alfalfa. However, beneath its serene façade lies a story of corporate exploitation and community concern. Nearly a decade ago, Greenstone Resource Partners LLC, backed by global investors, made a bold move, purchasing nearly 500 acres of agricultural land in Cibola. What followed was unprecedented: the company sold the water rights tied to this land to Queen Creek, a suburb of Phoenix, for a staggering $14 million profit. This meant diverting over 2,000 acre-feet of Colorado River water, once used for farming, to homes over 200 miles away. Exploiting the intricate water policies governing the Colorado River, the company navigated legal and regulatory hurdles to its advantage, setting a concerning precedent for future water deals. Experts warn that such transactions could become increasingly common as towns and cities, in fact whole countries,  grapple with dwindling water supplies due to the impacts of the climate variations and overuse. With the Colorado River watershed facing unprecedented strain, cities and farmers are left scrambling for solutions. Meanwhile, companies like Greenstone quietly amass thousands of acres of farmland, positioning themselves to profit from the water scarcity crisis. For the residents of Cibola and other communities along the Colorado River, the sale of water rights represents more than just a business transaction—it's a threat to their way of life. With the specter of water shortages looming ever larger, the battle for water rights is set to intensify, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable water management practices and community-driven solutions. As the saying goes, water may indeed be more valuable than oil—but its true worth lies in ensuring equitable access for all, not just those with deep pockets. #water #oil #investing #bluegold #sustainability

For the third consecutive year, One Truckee River surveyed our Northern Nevada community about how residents have been using the Truckee River, their knowledge of it, and areas they’d like to see improved. These surveys are essential for the general feedback we receive and the baseline data we’re collecting, which is starting to show year-over-year trends. In short, our Survey participants appreciate the Truckee River! 94% say the Truckee is very important to them, and 89% spend time in parks along the river. They shared the parks they spend the most time in and the steps they’re taking to limit non-point source pollution to the river and watershed. https://lnkd.in/gb2ww9ez

The nation’s largest underground store of fresh water, the Ogallala transformed this arid region into an agricultural powerhouse. After 50 years of studies, discussions and hand-wringing about the aquifer’s decline, the state is demanding that local groundwater managers finally enforce conservation. But in this region where water is everything, they’ll have to overcome entrenched attitudes and practices that led to decades of overpumping..... https://lnkd.in/duVAwim3