Water is vital for all types of life. Without water, life cannot be sustained. The lack of freshwater resources in arid and semi-arid regions constitutes the major deterrent to sustainable development. The rapid population growth, rising standards of living and per capita water consumption, expansion in urbanization, industrial and agricultural activities, and climate change pose […]

This conference will emphasize building resilience in rivers, riparian ecosystems, and surrounding human communities. Among the over 200 river restoration professionals attending will be land managers, scientists, non-profit organizations, watershed groups, private landowners, consultants, students, river enthusiasts, and biologists. Theme: Restoration for the Future: Promoting Resilience in Our Rivers and Communities

This year’s conference program will focus on how solutions to Arizona’s water resources concerns are being realized. Throughout the state and region, many in our communities are hard at work implementing solutions to a wide range of water challenges. Come join the conversation to share and learn about how we work together to solve some […]

This casual, educational event will include two full days of presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, as well as two evening receptions for networking.

Theme: Data to Decisions: Managing and Modeling Water Challenges This conference is designed to highlight existing and new geospatial and technological tools to solve water resources-related problems. Innovative water resources scientists, engineers, modelers, software designers from public/government agencies, academic and private sectors convene to exchange ideas, compare challenges, and identify solutions. If your aquatic research, […]

Theme: Water Risk and Resilience: Research and Sustainable Solutions Water risk is an ongoing concern due to population growth, urbanization, frequency of extreme climate events, sea-level rise and melting glaciers, degraded landscapes, aging infrastructure, and inequitable access to clean drinking water. It is imperative that water professionals from various sectors collaborate and share cutting-edge solutions […]