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Goals

Making Arizona’s water supply safer and more sustainable is a key underpinning to the state’s economic development and a critical component to enhancing our quality of life. The University of Arizona has extensive and internationally recognized expertise in water-related research, sustainability planning, and technology development. The Water Sustainability Program builds on these strengths to provide services within the state that enhance educational opportunities, build the economy, and provide state-of-the-art scientific information in support of water management activities.

Mission: To provide science-based technical, economic, legal, and policy expertise necessary for water development, use, and conservation in an increasingly urban state with sustained population growth.

Goal: To strengthen research, outreach, and education efforts in the water resource area at the University of Arizona to help ensure a sustainable, high-quality water supply for economic development and enhanced quality of life for all of Arizona.