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Arizona Water Innovation Initiative blog
Addressing contemporary water challenges when the technical details are crucial but not enough
“I read a three part story about the water challenges of the 21st century in the New York Times when I was a junior in high school and was like, ‘I think I want to do that,’” says …
Arizona Water for All: Leveraging social relationships to drive meaningful change in water-insecure communities
Without exception, water is necessary for life. In the midst of an Arizona summer, this becomes increasingly obvious as temperatures soar and residents rely on safe water to cool down and stay alive. Even so, each day thousands of people across…
State and university collaboration to address innovative PFAS treatment options
The recent announcement of a new federal rule aimed at reducing PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in…
Matching groundwater withdrawal and recharge locations in the Valley of the Sun
The Phoenix metropolitan area hides a valuable source of water underground – a large and ancient aquifer. As is true for many arid areas around the world, this groundwater provides tremendous benefits, including stability in times…
Empowering voices in rural communities: Supporting inclusive community engagement for water decision-making
A sustainable and resilient water future in Arizona invites local, place-based solutions that are community-driven and collectively crafted to meet the needs of every resident. Community members having a seat…
Forest thinning may provide water benefits downstream
Arizona’s wildfire season has begun as several fires are burning across the state. Long-term drought and climate change contribute to the intensity of these fires, which are most often human-caused.
Following a wildfire in the state’s…