News
Updates and stories on Water United
and the Colorado River Basin.
Known as the “river of the west”, the Colorado River Basin is one of the most influential and productive, economically and environmentally conflicted regions of the United States. As well as providing updates on Water United, we plan to help tell the water stories behind the basin on key developments and leaders, linking the past to the present.
Water, United: Connecting key players to accelerate water action across the Colorado River Basin
New initiative aims to link multinationals, tech companies and water utilities to help solve water challenges. Find out more.
Catalytic Communities and Commercial Value: Impact at Speed
What is a ‘catalytic community’ and how could it help with water challenges in the Colorado River Basin? Will Sarni explores the concept further.
Meet Colorado’s water plan architect: Q&A with James Eklund (interview)
Designing a comprehensive water plan for a state the size of Colorado is no mean feat. Meet James Eklund the man behind it.
What is the 1922 Colorado River Compact?
The century old 1922 Colorado River Compact has shaped the way water from the mighty Colorado River is distributed and used, affecting millions of people across several states.
America’s lifeline: Why the Colorado River Basin is critical
The Colorado River Basin is often referred to as the lifeline of the American Southwest, providing essential water to this arid region. Find out why it’s so critical.
Water in the desert: How Las Vegas meets seasonal water demand
Famed for its casinos and bright lights, Las Vegas has also overcome the challenge of meeting fluctuating seasonal water demand through multiple proactive measures.