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Sometimes, one shocking realization can change everything. In 2022, it became clear—the Southwest US water crisis strategy wasn’t working. Lake Powell and Lake Mead hit record lows, slashing hydropower and driving up energy costs. But this wake-up call is fueling innovation, tapping into and adapting proven solutions to help clients and communities tackle the crisis.
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Plan for water and power security
Plan reservoir expansions and dam raises with sustainability, climate effects, and population growth in mind.
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From desert air to drinking water
Solar powered hydropanels can process water vapor into potable water for communities.
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Room to grow
With the demand for water surging, thriving communities rely on water treatment campuses that can keep the pace.
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Bringing water back
Wastewater reuse can provide a critical source of drinking water in drought struck environments.
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