The Colorado River Basin is seeing significant efforts to address water conservation and efficiency. The System Conservation Pilot Program has been instrumental in increasing water efficiency and mitigating drought impacts. Reauthorizing this program is expected to further encourage water conservation in the Upper Colorado River Basin. However, challenges remain as a nonprofit organization highlights the risk of cutting off water access for over 20,000 people if state funding is slashed. Additionally, there is uncertainty about post-2026 river guidelines and the expiration of Inflation Reduction Act funding, which could hinder future progress. WIFA is committed to securing renewable, long-term water supplies for Arizona and calls on the state to demonstrate its commitment in the FY25 budget.
It’s good water news, but no clear path forward for post-2026 river guidelines and the expiration of Inflation Reduction Act funding could complicate further progress. Story @reviewjournal https://t.co/C5JqdqGi9M
WIFA is committed to continuing our work toward securing renewable, long-term water supplies for the State. We're calling on Arizona to show that it's a serious partner in the work, too. Our statement on the FY25 budget: https://t.co/0k2w8tcNSj
A nonprofit that has been hauling water to residents with dry wells is urging state leaders not to slash funding, saying proposals would "cut off access to water for more than 20,000 people who are still awaiting a permanent solution." @loishenry @SJVWater https://t.co/KtT3A6Sp8o
The System Conservation Pilot Program has increased water efficiency and mitigated the impacts of drought. Reauthorizing it will further encourage water conservation in bodies of water in the Upper Colorado River Basin.https://t.co/mwWdudUIgB
What progress is being made in the Colorado River Basin to help? https://t.co/v6kHKDpR08 #CoRiverCollab #SolutionsJournalism