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Brett Walton
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Reporter, Circle of Blue
Seattle
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By Brett Walton Verified| Circle of Blue Verified To save a dying aquifer – or at least their piece of it – a group of roughly 60 farmers in northwest Kansas decided on a self-imposed diet. The move a dozen years ago to voluntarily restrict the water they pumped from the Ogallala Aquifer, the lifeblood of the High Plains, was seen by some as a risky proposition. In the semi-arid region, farmers might have gone bankrupt without water drawn from deep underground.
By Brett Walton Verified| The Water Desk Verified BUCKEYE, Ariz. – It was supposed to be called Cipriani, a master planned community with more than 9,700 homes at the western fringe of this sprawling desert city in central Arizona. Plans have changed. One regional growth industry – housing – is being supplanted by another – computing. Even as both carry questions about efficient use of water in one of the driest, fastest-growing areas of the country.
By Brett Walton Verified| Circle of Blue Verified To save a dying aquifer – or at least their piece of it – a group of roughly 60 farmers in northwest Kansas decided on a self-imposed diet. The move a dozen years ago to voluntarily restrict the water they pumped from the Ogallala Aquifer, the lifeblood of the High Plains, was seen by some as a risky proposition. In the semi-arid region, farmers might have gone bankrupt without water drawn from deep underground.
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Circle of Blue
Circle of Blue is a nonprofit organization based in the U.S. that focuses on global water issues. Founded in 2003 and established as an independent nonprofit in 2018, it is known for its authoritative and data-driven reporting on fresh water. The organization serves as a trusted source for policymakers, business leaders, and engaged citizens, aiming to inform critical decisions about water, food, and energy in the context of climate change. The organization provides data-driven reporting, including in-depth investigations and interactive content, to highlight urgent water challenges. It also hosts convenings and events, often in collaboration with major forums like the World Economic Forum, to raise awareness about water issues. Circle of Blue reaches over a million readers each month and is supported by various foundations, including the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and the MacArthur Foundation. Its work has been recognized for its innovative approach to journalism and its impact on water security and climate resilience.
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Founded: 2001