Critical Conversations on Water Innovation and Strategy at ACE25
WestWater Research joined more than 10,000 water professionals in Denver, Colorado for the American Water Works Association’s 2025 Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25), held June 9-12. As one of the largest gatherings in the water sector, ACE25 convened engineers, utility managers, public officials, and nonprofit leaders to exchange ideas and explore cutting-edge technologies and policy […]
The Colorado River at a Crossroads — But Signs of Optimism Emerge
WestWater Research recently attended the annual Colorado River Conference, hosted by the Getches-Wilkinson Center at the University of Colorado Boulder. This year’s theme, “Turning Hindsight into Foresight: The Colorado River at a Crossroads,” captured the urgency and complexity of the moment, as stakeholders across the basin await progress on a new seven-state agreement to guide […]
Let’s connect at ACE!
Heading to ACE next week? WestWater will be there! WestWater’s Adam Jokerst and Kelsey Dudziak will be attending AWWA’s 2025 Annual Conference & Expo—an essential gathering for the water community focused on innovation, collaboration, and elevating the future of water. They’re looking forward to connecting with colleagues and exploring the latest insights and technologies shaping […]
Water Market Insights from the AERE Summer Conference
The Association of Environmental and Resource Economics (AERE) Summer Conference occurs annually as an opportunity for academics and researchers to share their findings as they relate to the field of environmental and resource economics. This year, the AERE Summer Conference took place in Santa Ana Pueblo, NM from May 28th to May 30th. Savanna Craig, […]
Key Takeaways from the Water Resources Research Center’s Annual Conference
WWR was proud to attend and sponsor the Water Resources Research Center’s annual conference, held at the University of Arizona in Tucson. This year’s event brought together leaders from across Arizona, the nation, and beyond to explore water as a shared resource across shared borders. The conference highlighted lessons from past collaborations—spanning state, Tribal, and […]
Reflections on the AWRA-CGWA Symposium: Innovation and Legacy in Colorado Water
On May 2nd, the American Water Resources Association (AWRA) and the Colorado Groundwater Association (CGWA) co-hosted their annual symposium, bringing together Colorado’s water professionals under the theme “A Journey of Water in the West: Legacy and Progress.” The day began with a historical overview of Colorado’s water development, led by CSU archivist Patty Rettig. She […]
This Earth Day, Commit to Shaping the Future of Water
Registration Now Open for the 4th Annual Sustainable Water Investment Summit Registration is now open for the 2026 Sustainable Water Investment Summit, taking place March 5–6, 2026 at the stunning Terranea Resort along California’s Palos Verdes Peninsula. Earth Day reminds us of our shared responsibility to steward our planet’s most vital resource—water. SWIS 2026 is […]
At the Confluence: Shaping Colorado’s Water Future
WestWater’s Rocky Mountain Regional Director, Adam Jokerst, and Senior Associate, Cassidy White, participated in the Confluence Colorado Water Summit hosted by BizWest on Thursday, April 3rd. The summit took place in Greeley, Colorado—a city located at the confluence of two of the region’s most valuable rivers: the South Platte and the Cache la Poudre. As […]
Rethinking Water West: Insights from ASU’s Conference on Water Resilience and Innovation
WestWater Research recently attended and proudly sponsored Rethinking Water West at Arizona State University, where leaders from across sectors gathered to explore how innovation, finance, and collaboration can unlock a more resilient water future. A recurring theme was the growing role of private capital in what was once a traditionally public space. With rising demand […]
Jessica Fox to speak at Rethinking Water West
We’re thrilled to announce that Jessica Fox will be speaking at the Rethinking Water West event this week! Join Jessica at 2:15 p.m. MST tomorrow for her panel, “Private Equity’s Role in Water Project Development and Markets”, where she will delve into how private equity can drive water project development and impact water markets. This […]