AMWUA Blog
Raising Water Awareness
We use water every day, which is why it’s essential to realize that those daily choices affect our future. As we recognize Water Awareness Month, we are reminded that we must be conscious of every precious drop, especially in our arid climate....
Apr 05 2021
Celebrating the Dedication of Arizona Water ProfessionalsOur current way of living relies heavily upon the availability and reliability of clean water. The reality is that without water, we cannot survive, much less thrive. And ensuring we have access to safe and secure water every day takes an extensive team of people. The vital role water professionals play has never been more evident than it has over this past year when our health and safety were rel...
Mar 29 2021
Recharge and Replenishment – What’s the difference?Whether you tune into a public meeting on water in Arizona or read any of the numerous newspaper articles on how our State is preparing for future Colorado River shortages, you’re bound to come across the terms ‘recharge’ and ‘replenishment’. Both are tools used to manage our precious surface water and groundwater resources more effectively. However, the terms are often used interchangeably despit...
Mar 22 2021
Arizona Continues its Legacy of Confronting Water Challenges Head-onArizona's water management successes over the last 40 years are due to the willingness of its stakeholders to face challenges, make difficult discussions, and develop strategies and policies to ensure its water future....
Mar 15 2021
Eliminating Leaks Today, Ensures Water for TomorrowOne of the simplest but essential tasks we can do as residential water consumers is to maintain a water-efficient home. By doing so, we minimize water waste and conserve energy which then reduces our water and sewer costs. When it comes to saving water, we must all do our part, and even small steps like fixing household leaks can have a significant impact, but sometimes it's hard to know exactly w...
Mar 08 2021
Availability and Delivery of Water is a Collaborative ProcessCollaboration among the AMWUA cities results in efficiency and strong water management for the common purpose of safeguarding water supplies in the Valley. The AMWUA cities are ultimately responsible for delivering water to the homes and businesses within their communities, so they continually plan and invest to ensure safe, reliable, and sustainable water supplies for today and the future. This r...
Mar 01 2021
Create a Stunning, Low-Maintenance LandscapeWith thoughts of spring swirling, now is the perfect time to do some outdoor planning. With a little strategy and knowledge, it’s easy to design, plant, and maintain a lovely, drought-resistant yard....
Feb 22 2021
Improving Recovery of Stored Water for a Drier FutureOver a month into the 2021 legislative session, Arizona’s lawmakers have introduced a record number of bills – more than 1,700. Included in those bills is legislation proposed by AMWUA that strives to better prepare Arizona for Colorado River shortages by making a technical yet important change to an Arizona water law....
Feb 15 2021
Appreciating Arizona's Unique Landscape While Embracing the ChallengesArizona celebrated its 109th birthday on Valentine's Day, which created the perfect opportunity to appreciate where we live, and embrace our State's diversity in landscape and weather....
Feb 08 2021
Being Prepared for Limited Rain and SnowThe first notable winter storms brought much-needed moisture across the State, providing a short-term boost to our vegetation and adding some water to local reservoirs. While precipitation in our arid climate is always welcome, the reality is it will take more than a few storms to significantly impact our drought conditions....