The Colorado River Water Czar Game

Welcome to 2026

The Colorado River Crisis

The 100-year-old rules governing the Colorado River have expired. Seven states, 30 sovereign Tribal Nations, 40 million residents, and massive agricultural and energy industries are competing for a shrinking river.

The Real Issue: We aren't just running out of water—we're running out of cheap water.

Inspired by Rhett Larson's interview on Deseret Voices.

As Water Czar, can you navigate 10 trade-offs without breaking the economy or drying out reservoirs?

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Persona

A Question on Responsibility:

Over 80% of basin water goes to agriculture and industry—yet everyday consumers face lawn bans and utility rate hikes. How much sacrifice should fall on residents vs. corporate profit margins?

Join the Personal Water Experiment

Want to test your own household water footprint and explore real levers for corporate accountability? Join our upcoming experiment:

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The Colorado River Crisis

Term Complete

A Question on Responsibility:

Join the Personal Water Experiment

The 7-Day Colorado River Deep Dive

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