As Arizona focuses on policies to meet its water challenges, Tucson has been playing the long game. Already a recognized leader in climate change resiliency, the City of Tucson has been proactive in managing and sustaining its water footprint—with growth.

Tucson has championed a diverse set of defensive initiatives over many decades, including consistently banking a portion of its Colorado River water allotment, embracing and rewarding conservation practices and utilizing recycled water for irrigation.