The State of the Basin Report is the first comprehensive synthesis of the intensifying drought, governance challenges and potential solutions to the Colorado River’s worsening water crisis, which is impacting 40 million people and more than $1.4 trillion in annual GDP.
Browse the findings, challenges, potential solutions and supporting resources from the State of the Basin Report, which highlights:
Access the Executive Summary, shareable graphics and media materials.
Key findings and recommendations at a glance.
Access data visualisations and shareable assets from the report.
Official announcement and media materials.
The State of the Basin Report is supported by the Walton Family Foundation, Thirst Foundation and Grundfos. It draws on hydrological data from the Water Resilience Coalition.
Our gratitude extends to American Rivers, National Audubon Society, Bonneville Environmental Foundation, Earth Finance, Trout Unlimited, Water & Tribes Initiative and other parties whose research and insights were invaluable to the report’s development.
This report was made possible through the contributions of many individuals and organisations across the Colorado River Basin. Our gratitude extends to American Rivers, Audubon Society, Bonneville Environmental Foundation, Earth Finance, Trout Unlimited, Water & Tribes Initiative and other parties whose research and insights were invaluable in the research and development of this report.
Drawing on recent research and perspectives from across the basin, this report reflects the value of collaboration in building a shared understanding of the challenges facing the Colorado River, and the opportunities to accelerate action.
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