Water & Energy
Water resources in Colorado and the West
As Colorado’s populations and industries grow, managing the state’s water resources is more important than ever.
Explore science-backed resources from CSU Extension on topics including water use and conservation, efficient irrigation methods and water management best practices, water quality and access, and more.
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Agricultural Hydropower Generation
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Irrigation Scheduling: The Water Balance Approach
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Irrigation Water Quality Criteria
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Micro-Sprinkler Irrigation for Orchards
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Seasonal Water Needs and Opportunities for Limited Irrigation for Colorado Crops
Colorado Water Center
Established as one of the 54 Water Resources Research Institutes under the National Institutes for Water Resources, the Colorado Water Center (a unit of Colorado State University’s Office of Engagement and Extension) contributes water expertise and research and serves as a convener of critical conversations addressing the intricate water challenges faced in Colorado and beyond.