Insights
It’s a rough year for water managers in the Western US. The dismal snowpack has resulted in dry creeks, low reservoir storage, and parched soils. The U.S. Drought Monitor shows some level of drought across most of the Western US with exceptionally dry conditions across the Rocky Mountain region from Idaho down to New Mexico. […]
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 […]
WestWater Research is pleased to announce the addition of Benjamin Stewart as the new California Regional Director. Ben brings deep expertise in utility financial consulting to the firm, strengthening WestWater’s capacity to serve municipal and utility clients navigating complex water and wastewater challenges. Ben’s consulting practice spans water and wastewater rate design, cost-of-service analysis, affordability […]
WestWater Research recently hosted a forum in DFW to discuss emerging dynamics between the public and private sectors as they compete and collaborate for water resources. The event brought together public officials, investors, and industry representatives to discuss ways of collaboration and the future of the industry. The event was highlighted by a panel featuring […]