Water Conservation in Arizona. What’s obvious is now more urgent.

Water conservation in Arizona. What’s obvious is now more urgent. 

Beautiful blue skies that rarely bring rain. A dry desert landscape. Headlines about drought, the Colorado River, groundwater, and the future of Arizona’s water supplies. Here in Arizona, reminders of the importance of water are all around us.

Fortunately, Arizonans understand that water conservation is simply part of living wisely in the desert. And Water – Use It Wisely is committed to making it easier, with practical tips, tools, and resources that help us use water efficiently today while protecting this precious resource for generations to come.

Lake Mead’s exposed intake towers and distinctive “bathtub ring,” created by mineral deposits along the reservoir walls, show where water levels once stood.

Water conservation and drought.                                               We can control one of them.

The Southwest has been experiencing persistent drought and increasingly hot, dry conditions since the late 1990s. At the same time, the Colorado River an important water source for Arizona and six other states, as well as Mexico has continued to face significant challenges as demands on the river exceed available supplies. Groundwater and other water sources face challenges of their own.

While we can’t control how much rain or snow falls, we can control how efficiently we use water. Conservation is one important way we can help stretch our water supplies and build a more resilient water future.

The good news is that Arizona has a long history of planning for and managing its water supplies. Through investments in infrastructure and strategies such as diverse water supplies, water reuse, underground storage, and robust conservation programs, water providers and communities across the state have worked for decades to prepare for the challenges of living and growing in an arid environment.

That planning continues today. But managing Arizona’s water future is a shared responsibility. Water providers have a role to play and so do businesses, communities, and each of us. Using water wisely is one of the simplest ways we can all contribute to Arizona’s water future.

It’s easy to conserve water. Our website shows you how.

We have a favorite saying here at Water – Use It Wisely:

“There are a number of ways to save water, and they all start with you.”

Whether you want to lower your water bill, find and fix leaks, create a beautiful water-wise landscape, improve your irrigation, or teach kids about water, small changes can add up to meaningful savings.

Water conservation starts with knowing what works for you. Local water providers offer tips, tools and programs to help residents use water wisely.

 

Our Water – Use It Wisely website is Arizona’s #1 trusted resource for water conservation and water-saving tips. Explore our water-saving tips, discover conservation programs and resources available from your local water provider, and find practical ways to use water wisely every day.

The more water conscious we are today, the more we safeguard our water for future generations.

Stay current on Arizona water news

Arizona’s water story is constantly evolving. With ongoing Colorado River negotiations, changing water supply conditions, new research, policy decisions, and water management efforts happening across the state, today’s water news can quickly become yesterday’s news.

Want to stay current? These trusted resources can help you follow the latest developments, understand what they mean for Arizona, and keep up with the conversations shaping our water future.

And remember, Arizona’s water supplies and conditions vary by community. For information about your local water supply, current conditions, conservation programs, or restrictions, check directly with your water provider.