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Arizona Water Innovation Initiative blog
A water “control center”: Developing the Arizona Water Observatory with stakeholder engagement
Water is a vital resource, and Arizona faces ongoing challenges in managing and conserving water effectively. Currently, decisions related to water supply, ranging from agricultural allocations to construction permits, are slowed down…
Empowering communities with participatory research
With the ever-growing challenges of addressing water security and quality, the need for innovative solutions is critical. One promising approach that combines scientific rigor with community involvement is community science.
Policy innovation for Arizona's water challenges
Arizona is facing an inflection point when it comes to water, says Cynthia Campbell, with both Colorado River and groundwater challenges mounting. Campbell…
Striking a balance: How Arizona water systems can balance affordability with the need for rate increases
Arizona's water systems, especially small and Tribal systems, are facing mounting financial pressures as they strive to maintain affordable rates for residents while ensuring they have enough revenue to cover costs, fund infrastructure…
2024 Arizona Water Innovation Initiative year in review: Highlighting our impact
The Arizona Water Innovation Initiative (AWII), a forward-thinking collaboration spearheaded by Arizona State University’s Julie Ann Wrigley …
Empowering rural communities with trustworthy groundwater information
In many parts of rural Arizona, wells are running dry and land is subsiding, leaving communities searching for groundwater solutions. The state has been actively managing groundwater in more urbanized areas for decades, but many rural…