In this explainer we delve into the key aspects of the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Agreement, a landmark accord resolving the Nation's longstanding water rights claims in the Verde River watershed.

Examining the Colorado River shortage and what it means for water conservation, residential water users, groundwater pumping, utility costs, urban growth, new water supplies, and water rights.

Arizona's new groundwater restrictions, designed to safeguard water for the future, are impacting housing costs and availability in Greater Phoenix amidst an existing affordability crisis. This explainer examines solutions for local governments to find a balance.

Our new report introduces "Floating Pools," a bold concept for reserved water storage on the Colorado River designed to reduce conflict and avoid litigation between Upper and Lower Basin states, laying the foundation for a durable post-2026 management framework.

This analysis provides context on Arizona's 1995 surface water law amendments and their lasting impact on water adjudication, following years of legal battles that culminated in a Supreme Court ruling deeming most unconstitutional, as lawmakers revisited these rights in 2020.

Arizona's groundwater safeguard, requiring a 100-year assured water supply for subdivisions, is faltering as shrinking Colorado River allocations strain the replenishment system developers rely on, highlighting an urgent need for reform.

Growing attention on water equity is highlighting the need to address disparities and build a more inclusive water future, ensuring all communities have fair, reliable access to safe, clean water.

In this reflection, land use expert Grady Gammage Jr.

A groundbreaking report from ASU's Just Energy Transition Center and the Kyl Center for Water Policy inventories the water footprint of coal-fired power plants and mines across the Colorado River Basin, providing crucial data for future energy and water decisions.

This primer explains the tangible impacts of reduced Colorado River water on Central Arizona's tap water supply, helping residents understand the tradeoffs and make informed choices as the state navigates critical decisions about the river's future.