41st Annual Colorado Law Conference on Natural Resources
Equity in the Colorado River Basin: How to Sustainably Manage a Shrinking Resource
In any given year of late, demands for water in the Colorado River Basin exceed supply. Chronic drought, record heat, and rampant wildfires are already affecting the Basin’s overall health and resilience, and the historically low levels in Lakes Mead and Powell raise the specter of an unprecedented call on the river. These historic challenges come at a time when several key components of the “Law of the River” are sunsetting in 2026. Key players are already revisiting the 2007 Interim Guidelines, Minute 323, and the 2019 Drought Contingency Plan. Relatedly, endangered fish programs relevant to the region expire in 2023. Meanwhile, 48% of tribal households in the U.S. do not have access to reliable water sources, clean drinking water, or basic sanitation. These harsh realities hasten the need to advance sustainable water management, improve watershed resilience, and ensure clean water access through collaborative decision-making. We look forward to bringing together diverse expertise from across the region to draw the roadmap to an equitable future in the Colorado River Basin.
Save the Date!
Conference Reception celebrating the career of Dr. Doug Kenney
Wednesday, September 29th
41st Annual Colorado Law Conference on Natural Resources
Thursday, September 30th and Friday, October 1st
More information, schedule, CLE info, and registration coming soon
GWC Webinar Series: The Climate Justice Lens Is Here to Stay
Series Recordings Now Available Online
The Water & Tribes Initiative: Tribal Water Rights & a Sustainable Vision for the Colorado River Basin
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
CLE Accreditation, Policy Briefs, and Event Video
Farther & Faster: The Integral Role of Technology in an Equitable Clean-Energy Economy
Friday, April 30, 2021
CLE Accreditation and Event Video
Land, Water, and People: The Natural Resource Priorities of the Biden Administration
Thursday, May 13, 2021
CLE Accreditation and Event Video