Authors

Michael Cohen

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Event Date

6-11-2015

Series

Martz Summer Conference (7th: 2015: Boulder, Colo.)

Description

Presenter: Michael Cohen, Senior Research Associate, Pacific Institute

29 slides

Moderator

Doug Kenney

Comments

Many aspects of western water allocation and management are the product of independent and uncoordinated actions, several occurring a century or more ago. However, in this modern era of water scarcity, it is increasingly acknowledged that more coordinated and deliberate decision-making is necessary for effectively balancing environmental, social, and economic objectives. In recent years, a variety of forums, processes, and tools have emerged to better manage the connections between regions, sectors, and publics linked by shared water systems. In this event, we explore the cutting edge efforts, the latest points of contention, and the opportunities for further progress.

Session 2: New Supplies, Reduced Demands, and Reallocation: Reconciling Competing Visions for the Future. Historically, water planning was little more than the identification of new supply projects,sometimes individually, and sometimes as part of larger, basin schemes. This is still an important element of the water planning dialogue. However, just as frequently today, the planning emphasis is focused on demand management or water reallocation (transfers). Each approach raises its own challenges in balancing objectives, managing participation, and implementing decisions.

Alternate Title

New Supplies, Reduced Demands, and Reallocation: Reconciling Competing Visions for the Future

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