AMWUA Blog
Let’s Talk About the CAGRD
When a difficult situation or issue spurs a diverse range of reactions, too often people do their best to dodge the subject or ignore it, like an elephant in the room. In Arizona’s water arena, that is the case with the Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District (CAGRD). The CAGRD is the responsibility of the Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD), the same entity that operate...
Oct 14 2019
Arizona’s Overdue Water Plans Must be a PriorityAMWUA and the rest of Arizona’s water community tout the importance of the 1980 Groundwater Management Act, a set of laws that protect groundwater supplies particularly in the most populated areas of the State. But how does it work? A key part of the Act is a series of regulatory documents, called Management Plans (MPs), that implement the water conservation goals of the Groundwater Management Act...
Oct 07 2019
Conservation Professionals Collaborate for a Water Smart FutureThe water challenges that exist from coast to coast do vary based on circumstances and changing elements such as drought, climate and water supply options. However, the common goal of developing and adopting water efficient programs and policies will continually unite water providers and industry professionals around the country as they plan for a drier future....
Sep 30 2019
Proper Prep for Overseeding Small Turf AreasFall has officially arrived and most of us are relieved to open the windows, turn down the air conditioner and venture outside to enjoy the fresh air. Most will also take a look at how their yards faired through the summer heat and create a to-do-list for the cooler weather....
Sep 23 2019
Water Sustainability Key to Moving Arizona ForwardIt was a celebration of statewide sustainability as Arizona Forward held their Annual Environmental Excellence Awards this past weekend ...
Sep 16 2019
New Study Looks at Arizona’s Water Supply OptionsArizona water professionals are always looking for the next big bucket of water for residents and businesses. However, a new study shows that instead we may need to pursue smaller buckets and take good care of the ones we already have....
Sep 09 2019
Water Main Breaks: Planning for the UnexpectedEvery day, millions of gallons of treated water courses through miles of pipes buried deep under our feet. The water circulates through tanks and pumps, and through miles and miles of service lines that deliver water to our water meters and finally into our homes. Clean and safe water is such a precious commodity, which is why the cities invest enormous amounts of money and time preventing, detect...
Sep 02 2019
Multiple Water Sources Ensure Sustainability for CitiesHow can so many people live in the middle of the desert? Well it’s because we are acutely aware that we must continually plan and invest to ensure safe, reliable, and sustainable water supplies for today and the future. That is precisely why the cities understand the importance of a diverse water portfolio and have invested in multiple sources of supply rather than relying on just one, like many a...
Aug 26 2019
How Does Your Water Use Stack Up?We live in an arid climate - that is our reality here in the desert. And with those hot, dry conditions come challenges and different priorities than other parts of the country including how we utilize water, every single day. We have embraced a conservation culture and understand the importance of living a water-efficient life. However, the amount of water we actually use every day may surprise y...
Aug 19 2019
Lake Mead Better than Last Year - What Does that Really Mean?An unusually wet winter combined with the impact of the ...