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Founded in 1987, the Pacific Institute is a global nonpartisan water think tank that combines evidence-based thought leadership with active outreach to create and advance solutions to the world's most pressing water challenges.

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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
A new Pacific Institute assessment investigates the technical potential and cost of multiple water supply alternatives in New Mexico. Read the full assessment: pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
From a single running toilet to 14 million gallons saved: how smart sensors are transforming water conservation in affordable housing. Read our latest impact story: pacinst.org/impact-stori... #ToiletLeakDetection #WaterEfficiency #Impact #WaterResilience
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
It's World Water Week! The Pacific Institute, CEO Water Mandate, and Water Resilience Coalition are featured at Stockholm World Water Week. This annual convening brings leading water experts and organizations together to address the world’s most pressing water challenges. worldwaterweek.org
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Pacific Institute's Dr. Shannon McNeeley recently spoke with Rose Schnabel of WUFT News about how capacity constraints can make it harder for smaller and rural communities to access flood-resilience funding. Read more: www.wuft.org/environment/...
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Overlooked and Underwater: In a state flood resilience program, some inland communities feel forgotten
Resilient Florida was created to provide funding to help communities prepare for the impacts of more frequent and severe flooding, but not all who are at risk get the help they need.
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Our latest blog highlights 7 steps to integrate biodiversity into corporate water stewardship. Read more: pacinst.org/7-steps-to-i...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
New report from The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, examines how regional pilot programs can help strengthen energy-water resilience. Pacific Institute's Heather Cooley served on the expert committee to develop recommendations: www.nationalacademies.org/projects/DEL...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
The Pacific Institute’s June newsletter presents our latest updates in #WaterResilience. Read the full newsletter here: conta.cc/4uEUh3R Subscribe to get first access straight to your inbox here: pacinst.org/newsletter/
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Our latest blog highlights 5 key findings from 60 Years of water use in California. Read more: pacinst.org/5-key-findin... #WaterResilience #Water #CaliforniaWater #California
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
The Pacific Institute's Water Conflict Chronology was recently featured by Smart Water Magazine. Read more: smartwatermagazine.com/news/smart-w...
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Water as a military asset: when infrastructure becomes a target
From Kakhovka to Gaza, the deliberate destruction of water systems has become a defining feature of modern conflict.
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
The Pacific Institute’s April newsletter presents our latest updates in #WaterResilience. Read the full newsletter here: conta.cc/4dedeoD Subscribe to get first access straight to your inbox here: pacinst.org/newsletter/
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Water is at the center of climate challenge. This Earth Day, at the Pacific Institute, we are reflecting on some of our recent work shaping how we respond to this moment, across communities, ecosystems, and economies. Learn more: pacinst.org
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Last month, Pacific Institute’s Chief Research and Program Officer Heather Cooley testified before the California State Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee. Watch the full briefing here: www.assembly.ca.gov/media/assemb...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Leaky toilets are the #1 source of water waste in multi-family housing. CWAC partners piloted leak detection in affordable housing, saving water & money. Learn more: pacinst.org/california-w... #10YearsOfCWAC #CAWaterAction
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
One more day! 🚨 Apply by April 3 to be considered. The WaterNow Alliance and Pacific Institute’s joint Accelerator program is designed to support utilities seeking to increase investments in water efficiency through debt financing. More information here: waternow.org/2026/02/17/a...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
The Pacific Institute’s March newsletter presents our latest updates in #WaterResilience. Read the full newsletter here: conta.cc/4tdvrb6 Subscribe to get first access straight to your inbox here: pacinst.org/newsletter/
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Originally published by the Public Policy Institute of California, a new blog featuring insights from Pacific Institute’s Mike Cohen explores how we can better protect public health while understanding the full picture of air quality challenges in the Salton Sea region: pacinst.org/new-salton-s...
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New Salton Sea Research Suggests a Surprising Path Forward – Pacific Institute
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Pacific Institute Chief Research and Program Officer Heather Cooley will be featured at the Bioneers Conference in Berkley, California. The conference convenes leaders who are shaping solutions to address the most critical issues of our time. Learn more: conference.bioneers.org/fighting-for...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
We are pleased to share that Niagara Cares, the philanthropic division of Niagara Bottling, has awarded a grant to the Pacific Institute to advance water resilience across priority basins in the western United States.
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Last month, a Pacific Institute and Center for Water Security and Cooperation webinar examined how legal and policy frameworks can support climate-resilient water and wastewater infrastructure. Missed it? Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGCT... Read the report: pacinst.org/publication/...
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Ensuring Law and Policy Enables Climate Resilient Water and Wastewater Infrastructure and Services
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Pacific Institute Senior Research Specialist, Morgan Shimabuku, was recently featured on the H2O and Beyond Podcast, hosted by Alex Han, an up-and-coming leader in #water. Watch the episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_VS... Explore the Water Conflict Chronology: pacinst.org/water-confli...
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Episode 24: "Water Wars"
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
The Pacific Institute’s February newsletter presents our latest updates in #WaterResilience. Read the full newsletter here: conta.cc/4rDEJN4 Subscribe to get first access straight to your inbox here: pacinst.org/newsletter/
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Pacific Institute Senior Fellow Mike Cohen was recently featured in The New York Times where he spoke to Scott Dance about Colorado River water use negotiations. Read the article: www.nytimes.com/2026/01/30/c...
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Governors Dive Into an Impasse Over Colorado River Water Use
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
New blog from Pacific Institute President and CEO Water Mandate Head, Jason Morrison, covers highlights from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. One thing is clear: water risk is a business risk. Read more: pacinst.org/from-davos-s...
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From Davos: Scaling Business Leadership on Water Resilience  – Pacific Institute
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
How has corporate water stewardship evolved over the years and what needs to change to meet today’s water risks? Our new white paper looks at two decades of progress, lessons learned, and what’s needed next to deliver impact at scale. Read more: pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
New Resource Biodiversity Benefit Accounting Guidance helps companies move beyond water risk mitigation and integrate biodiversity into corporate water stewardship projects with clarity and credibility. Learn more: ceowatermandate.org/biodiversity...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
2 days left! Have you registered? Join the official launch of Biodiversity Benefit Accounting (BioBA) —a practical, science-based framework for identifying, measuring, and communicating biodiversity benefits within water stewardship and nature-based projects. ➡️ us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Upcoming webinar will dive into a recent Pacific Institute and Center For Water Security and Cooperation (CWSC) report, "Actionable Criteria for Achieving Equitable, Climate Resilient Water and Sanitation Laws and Policies." Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Pacific Institute's Shannon Spurlock will be a featured panelist at the NYWEA Annual Conference. Her session will examine how utilities & communities can navigate regulatory uncertainty, affordability pressures, workforce challenges, and organizational resilience. ➡️ nywea.org/wp-content/u...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Pacific Institute Chief Research and Program Officer Heather Cooley recently spoke with Live Science about California's #water supply and demand forecast. Read the article: www.livescience.com/planet-earth...
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Californians have been using far less water than suppliers estimated — what does this mean for the state?
Flawed assumptions about water demand mean suppliers in California overestimated future demand by an average of 74% over 20 years — positive news for the drought-embattled state.
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
The Pacific Institute’s January newsletter presents our latest updates in #WaterResilience. Read the full newsletter here: conta.cc/3O6dtIb Subscribe to get first access straight to your inbox here: pacinst.org/newsletter/
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Pacific Institute Senior Fellow Michael Cohen was recently featured on KJZZ 91.5 FM Phoenix, where he spoke to Mark Brodie about the Colorado River and upcoming deadlines. Listen to the conversation: www.kjzz.org/the-show/202...
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Colorado River states need a 'federal threat' to make a water deal, this expert argues
The federal Bureau of Reclamation late last week released a draft Environmental Impact Statement outlining options for how to deal with the Colorado River going forward.
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Pacific Institute Senior Research Specialist Morgan Shimabuku was recently featured on the Sensemaker podcast from The Observer UK to discuss the Pacific Institute's #WaterConflictChronology and the rising trends in water-related conflict. Listen to the podcast: shows.acast.com/sensemaker/e...
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Who controls the Himalayas’ water? | Sensemaker
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
#CWAC partners have started a new venture to advance regenerative agriculture practices in the San Joaquin Valley. The RAW lab uses #NBS to improve soil health and build resilience to drought and climate change. Learn more: pacinst.org/california-w... #10YearsOfCWAC #CAWaterAction
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Ian James @ianjames.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
It’s time for a new approach on the Colorado River, writes Michael Cohen of @pacificinstitute.bsky.social: "Federal leadership and the credible threat of managing reservoirs to protect the system is that new approach." www.inkstain.net/2025/12/colo...
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Colorado River Deadlines & Incentives
A guest post by Friend of Inkstain Michael Cohen…. By Michael Cohen, Senior Fellow, Pacific Institute December 15, 2025 Key Takeaways The consensus-based effort to develop new rules to manage…
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Your support is crucial to help ensure that: 💧communities have access to safe, clean, and affordable water; 💧forests, wetlands, and rivers are restored and protected; and 💧water is used and reused efficiently and effectively. Will you join us? pacinst.donorsupport.co/page/year-end
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New Security Beat @newsecuritybeat.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
The @pacificinstitute.bsky.social published their update to the Water Conflict Chronology, documenting 420 events in 2024. #NewSecurityBeat sat down with Peter Gleick, a leading experts on water issues, to discuss the key takeaways from this year’s update. www.newsecuritybeat.org/2025/12/wate...
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Water Conflicts Surge Globally: A Conversation on Rising Threats
Events over this past year have made water’s role in global conflicts increasingly salient. India threatened to restrict water flows to Pakistan in response to cross-border terrorism. [...]
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
As 2025 draws to a close, we sat down with Jason Morrison, President of the Pacific Institute and Head of the CEO Water Mandate, to reflect on a year of progress. Read our latest blog: pacinst.org/a-year-end-c...
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A Year-End Conversation with Jason Morrison - Pacific Institute
As 2025 draws to a close, we sat down with Jason Morrison, President of the Pacific Institute and Head of … A Year-End Conversation with Jason Morrison MORE
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Our new report outlines 6 core attributes, 19 criteria, and 60+ actionable legal strategies to assess whether current laws support or hinder climate change preparedness and response for water and sanitation systems in frontline communities. Download: pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
The Pacific Institute & CWSC just released a first-of-its-kind legal framework for #ClimateResilient water & sanitation in the U.S. for frontline communities and their supporters to shape equitable water laws. 6 core attributes, 19 criteria, 60+ legal strategies. ➡️ pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
California dairies feed the nation—but flood irrigation can waste & pollute water. #CWAC partners led by Sustainable Conservation piloted manure drip irrigation, helping protect precious water resources from overextraction and contamination. Learn more: pacinst.org/california-w... #10YearsOfCWAC
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Improving water efficiency in US homes, businesses, institutions, and reducing leakage in water distribution systems can save 14.0-34.1 million acre-feet of water/year (12.5-30.4 billion gallons/day) New Pacific Institute study reveals massive potential to save water➡️ pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
A new first-of-its-kind study from the Pacific Institute finds that water use in U.S. homes, businesses, institutions, and leakage in water distribution systems, could be reduced by 25% to 60% through improved efficiency. #WaterEfficiency ➡️ pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Pacific Institute Research Specialist for Water and Climate Equity, Becky Anderson, is featured at the Midwest Climate Resilience Conference this week. Her session shares findings from a recent Pacific Institute report. Learn more: mcrc.umn.edu/home Read the report: pacinst.org/publication/...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
After 2018’s wildfires scorched 1.8M acres, #CWAC partners led by Arbor Day planted 2M trees across 8,000 acres to restore watersheds & protect California’s water future. Learn more: pacinst.org/california-w... #10YearsOfCWAC #CAWaterAction
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Pacific Institute President and CEO Jason Morrison is featured at the IDRA Reykjavik Summit on Water & Climate Change. His panel explores how water stewardship anchored in equity, accountability, & local engagement can strengthen resilience: waterandclimatechange.org
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we recognize that advancing water equity means ensuring that all communities have equal access to the water and sanitation services that sustain life, health, and opportunity. Learn more about our work to advance Water Equity: pacinst.org/our-impact-a...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
On #WorldHabitatDay, let’s recognize the importance of safeguarding the natural & built environments that sustain us, and commit to advancing #NatureBasedSolutions that restore balance between people and planet. Learn more about the business case for investing in nature: pacinst.org/the-business...
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
The CEO Water Mandate’s full-day event on Corporate Water Stewardship took place during #UNGA80. Participants gathered to dive into timely and important conversations — starting with “Doubling Down on Water in Today’s ESG Environment.” Learn more about the CEO Water Mandate: ceowatermandate.org
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
The CEO Water Mandate was proud to host a series of meetings including a New York edition of #WaterLogues during #UNGA80. One message came through clearly: less talk, more action, together. That’s how we’ll build a #WaterResilient future.
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Pacific Institute @pacificinstitute.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
In 2024, the Pacific Institute acted on our goal to catalyze the transformation to water resilience in the face of climate change. Learn more in our new Impact Report: pacinst.org/publication/...
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