We need locally-driven solutions, public-private collaboration, and innovative financing to address the water crisis in the Western United States. We outline our work with several partners in the West and Southwest U.S. to do just that - including our efforts with the Edwards Aquifer Authority in Texas to create a new type of cost-effective, flexible groundwater easement for the aquifer.

Agriculture, Forestry & Land UseErin GuidryDecember 15, 2022Environmental Finance, water, Economic Development

A Green and Golden Opportunity: Novel Conservation Programs Spur Economic Development in Rural Communities

Conservation is often treated like an enemy of economic opportunity. It’s seen as an action that prevents progress. But that narrative is an outdated one. Through a focus on targeted climate finance initiatives driven by local stakeholders, we can provide tangible economic benefits to rural communities while simultaneously working towards a more environmentally-forward future.

Forestry & Land Use, AgricultureErin GuidryApril 22, 2021Quantified VenturesConservation, Economic Development

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