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Morning Scoop: A Coalition for Protecting Arizona’s Lifeline
Arizona’s Colorado River water supply is at risk, with current proposals potentially impacting the state more than any other. Despite using less water today than in the 1950s, ongoing drought […]
When oversight becomes a campaign strategy in Arizona utility regulation
Arizona’s Constitution is clear. The Arizona Corporation Commission was designed to operate as an independent, elected body with exclusive authority over utility ratemaking. That independence exists to ensure decisions affecting […]
A crack in Arizona’s Colorado River front
Key Points: Arizona leaders are anxious amid stalled Colorado River negotiations Some Republicans are splitting hairs with Gov. Katie Hobbs over what to do next One lawmaker is accusing his […]
Tom Buschatzke: Keeping Arizona’s faucets functioning
Editor’s Note: This Q&A originally published in the Nov. 22, 2024, print edition of the Arizona Capitol Times. It is republished here in light of Tom Buschatzke’s role in the […]
The odds are sinking for groundwater legislation
Key Points: Groundwater issues focus on rural needs Rep. Gail Griffin is considered key opponent of reform Attempting a ballot measure is believed to be too expensive As crossover week […]
State leaders issue bipartisan call to action on Colorado River negotiations
Key Points: The seven Colorado River states did not reach a deal before a federally-imposed Nov. 11 deadline The U.S. Department of the Interior has pledged to intervene Gov. Katie […]
Legal battle continues over Saudi groundwater pumping in Arizona
Key Points: Agricultural company claims attorney general lacks authority to sue Filings claim authority lies solely with Arizona Department of Water Resources Ongoing litigation puts spotlight on gaps in groundwater […]
Arizona’s water authority considers 6 proposals for long-term solutions
Key Points: The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona is evaluating six water importation proposals Proposals aim to bring in hundreds of billions of gallons of water annually WIFA requests […]
Ag-to-Urban will reshape Arizona’s agriculture industry, but farmers question if it’s worth it
Key Points:Â Ag-to-Urban went into effect on Sept. 26 after passing this year Program is expected to save about 7.1 million acre-feet of water over the next 100 years in […]
State issues assured water supply designation amid ongoing lawsuits
Key Points: EPCOR Utilities is the first recipient of an alternative designation of assured water supply The designation was granted under new water rules adopted last year ADWR is currently […]
Building water resilience through innovation and partnerships
Arizona stands at a pivotal moment. The Colorado River – long central to our state’s growth and prosperity – is shrinking under the strain of drought and rising demand. The […]
Efficiency from all 7 basin states is the path forward
The Colorado River Basin was inhabited by indigenous people for thousands of years, using its water resources for farming and to support their communities. The river serves many more people […]
