National Reach & Regional Expertise

WestWater Research is a specialized economic firm offering strategic solutions for water supply and water market challenges. We leverage our expertise in market research and pricing to provide clients with actionable insights that drive decisions around security, transactions, and sustainability. Our focus on the value, impact, and resiliency of water resources ensures our clients are well-positioned for long-term success in a dynamic environment. 

National Reach & Regional Expertise

WestWater Research is a specialized economic firm offering strategic solutions for water supply and water market challenges. We leverage our expertise in market research and pricing to provide clients with actionable insights that drive decisions around security, transactions, and sustainability. Our focus on the value, impact, and resiliency of water resources ensures our clients are well-positioned for long-term success in a dynamic environment. 

Insights

The latest water market news and event information from WestWater Research

Registration is now open for SWIS 2027 – register by August 31 and lock in our early bird rate. The fifth annual Sustainable Water Investment Summit returns March 4–5, 2027 to Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Two days of sharp insight, candid conversation, and high-value connections across water finance, infrastructure, climate innovation, and […]

Investing in a Reliable Water Supply for California Last week, WestWater Research brought together water sector leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors at the 9Zero Climate Innovation Hub in San Francisco for an evening of candid conversation on California’s water future. The panel covered a wide range of topics, from emerging supply technologies to the financing challenges […]

We’re excited to welcome Luna Falk as a Summer Associate in our Austin office! Luna is entering her final year of a dual-degree program at the University of Arizona, pursuing a Master of Public Policy and a Master of Applied Econometrics & Data Analytics. Her research focuses on the equitable allocation of public environmental goods, using both qualitative and […]

An Era of Reallocation

We’ve entered the Era of Water Reallocation. Maximizing existing resources requires a data-driven approach and navigating complex legal, financial, and engineering landscapes. WestWater Research provides the interdisciplinary expertise and analytical rigor you need to succeed. We are your trusted advisors for data-informed solutions in this new era of reallocation.

Transaction
Advisory​

Water transactions require more than traditional advisory. WestWater Research brings unmatched expertise, strategic guidance, and data-driven insights to help clients buy, sell, or manage complex water assets with confidence.

Economic & 

Market Analysis

Whether evaluating policy impacts, forecasting demand, or analyzing the cost of alternative supplies, our experts support strategic planning and investment decisions with confidence. 

Valuation & Appraisals

At WestWater, we know that understanding the true value of water is essential to making smart, strategic decisions. Our valuation and appraisal services are driven by decades of experience, deep technical knowledge, and market intelligence.

Waterlitix™ Powers the Nasdaq-Veles Water Index

WestWater Research’s proprietary database, Waterlitix™, is the largest and most comprehensive pricing source for water transactions. Backed by over thirty years of research and data collection through Waterlitix™, we keep our clients ahead of the curve with accurate information on market performance and trends.

Through Waterlitix™, WestWater is the exclusive data provider for the Nasdaq-Veles California Water Index (NQH2O), which tracks the spot price for California water entitlements.