Fransisco Zamora, our senior director of programs, speaks with Colorado Public Radio about the Laguna Grande restoration site in the Colorado River Delta and discuss the history, maintenance and future of this project.… MORE ›
This is part two of a series – read part one here. Here, the journey continues of water along the Santa Cruz River’s course, taken up by a distant cousin by union to… MORE ›
Last year, in response to former Governor Ducey’s call for action to address Arizona’s water challenges, the Legislature passed bipartisan, multifaceted legislation to tackle a variety of water issues. As enacted, the new… MORE ›
In August 2022, five of the largest water providers in the Colorado River Basin signed onto a Memorandum of Understanding outlining their commitments to water conservation, efficiency, and reuse in response to intensifying… MORE ›
Sonoran Institute works to ensure flowing rivers, healthy landscapes, and thriving communities in the basin. On April 19, American Rivers released its annual endangered rivers report with the Colorado River topping its list.… MORE ›
Growing Water Smart Award with APA Colorado We work with the Colorado Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA Colorado) to recognize exemplary Colorado communities that are integrating water and land use planning… MORE ›
We continue to follow the path of the water being delivered to the Colorado River Delta. From the first irrigation gate being opened to seeing the water rejuvenate our restoration sites the water… MORE ›
Continuamos persiguiendo el agua en el delta del río Colorado. Desde que se abre la primera compuerta de riego hasta que el agua rejuvenece nuestros sitios de restauración, el agua está ayudando a… MORE ›
Value Nature More As the temperatures rise in my new home of Tucson, climate change, fire and drought are impacting communities across the Colorado River Basin from the Rocky Mountains to the Delta… MORE ›
Across the United States, nearly half of Native American households do not have access to reliable water sources, including clean water and basic sanitation. While strong family bonds, tradition, culture and connection to… MORE ›
El agua fluye en el delta Algo especial empezó el 1o de mayo de 2021. Los gobiernos de México y Estados Unidos acordaron empezar a hacer entregas de agua específicamente para el medioambiente del Delta del río… MORE ›
Water is flowing in the Delta Something special began May 1, 2021. The governments of Mexico and the United States agreed to begin delivering water specifically for the environment of the Colorado River… MORE ›
El agua se entregará en beneficio de los agricultores, comunidades y el medio ambiente de la zona El delta del Río Colorado, hasta ahora prácticamente seco, recibirá agua durante 164 días, permitiendo la… MORE ›
The life source of the West seen through film The Colorado River is an amazing force of nature and a crucial resource for life in the West, but we all know that words… MORE ›
The Colorado River Gives Life Now we must give life back to the Colorado River. The Colorado River has been a life source for centuries. As the most iconic river in the West,… MORE ›
El río Colorado nos da vida Ahora debemos devolverle la vida al río Colorado. El río Colorado ha sido fuente de vida durante siglos. Como el río más icónico del Oeste y escultor… MORE ›
“We’re all in this together” is a spirit that has long sustained the communities of Gunnison County in western Colorado. Nestled in the Rockies and surrounded by national forests, Gunnison Valley is several… MORE ›
Sonoran Institute nombra a Rocío Torres Moguel directora del Programa del Delta del Río Colorado Francisco Zamora ocupará el cargo de director sEnior de programas Rocío Torres Moguel tiene un nuevo cargo en… MORE ›
In prior basin-wide agreements, tribal water rights and water use were not given enough consideration. And yet, tribes hold legal rights to over 20 percent of the river—comprising some of the most senior… MORE ›
A Splash of Summer It’s summertime! That time of year, when we all like to get away and enjoy friends, family, or just some quiet time alone. It’s time to visit new places and favorite,… MORE ›