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Saving Every Drop Of Water:
SRP’s Innovative Conservation
Efforts for a Sustainable Arizona
Water is the lifeblood of Arizona, and with a growing population and a changing climate,
ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply is more crucial than ever. The Salt River
Project (SRP), Arizona’s largest electric and water utility, is at the forefront of water conser-
vation efforts, implementing innovative strategies to ensure “Water for the Next Century”
BANKING ON THE FUTURE: UNDERGROUND AQUIFERS AS THE SAFETY NET
Arizona’s arid climate makes water storage a necessity. SRP utilizes a remarkable solution
- underground water banking. Imagine storing 17 Saguaro Lakes worth of water - that’s
the impressive amount SRP has banked underground since 1994! This acts as a vital safety
net during droughts, allowing SRP to tap into these reserves when surface water sources
are strained.
CONSERVATION THROUGH COLLABORATION: WORKING
TOGETHER FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
SRP understands that water conservation is a team effort. They actively
collaborate with their customers and Arizona’s cities to achieve ambitious
goals. By 2035, they aim to conserve a staggering 5 billion gallons of water.
This collaborative approach involves offering educational programs, rebates
for water-efficient appliances, and promoting smart landscaping practices.
BEYOND CONSERVATION: BUILDING RESILIENCE WITH
HEALTHY FORESTS
SRP takes a holistic approach to water security, recognizing the inter-
connectedness of our environment. Their Healthy Forest Initiative™
tackles the issue of overgrown forests, a threat that can contribute to
wildfires and negatively impact water quality. By strategically thinning
these forests, SRP reduces the risk of wildfires that can damage water
sheds and ensures cleaner water reaches our homes.
THE RIPPLE EFFECT: ENERGY SAVINGS LINKED TO WATER
CONSERVATION
Water conservation isn’t just about water. SRP’s energy efficiency programs,
offering rebates and promoting smart energy use, have a positive impact
on water conservation as well. By reducing energy consumption, less
water is needed for power generation at water-intensive cooling plants.
In 2022 alone, SRP’s customers saved over 611,000 MWh of energy,
illustrating the interconnectedness of these efforts.
Saving Every Drop Of Water:
SRP’s Innovative Conservation
Efforts for a Sustainable Arizona
Water is the lifeblood of Arizona, and with a growing population and a changing climate,
ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply is more crucial than ever. The Salt River
Project (SRP), Arizona’s largest electric and water utility, is at the forefront of water conser-
vation efforts, implementing innovative strategies to ensure “Water for the Next Century”
BANKING ON THE FUTURE: UNDERGROUND AQUIFERS AS THE SAFETY NET
Arizona’s arid climate makes water storage a necessity. SRP utilizes a remarkable solution
- underground water banking. Imagine storing 17 Saguaro Lakes worth of water - that’s
the impressive amount SRP has banked underground since 1994! This acts as a vital safety
net during droughts, allowing SRP to tap into these reserves when surface water sources
are strained.
CONSERVATION THROUGH COLLABORATION: WORKING
TOGETHER FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
SRP understands that water conservation is a team effort. They actively
collaborate with their customers and Arizona’s cities to achieve ambitious
goals. By 2035, they aim to conserve a staggering 5 billion gallons of water.
This collaborative approach involves offering educational programs, rebates
for water-efficient appliances, and promoting smart landscaping practices.
BEYOND CONSERVATION: BUILDING RESILIENCE WITH
HEALTHY FORESTS
SRP takes a holistic approach to water security, recognizing the inter-
connectedness of our environment. Their Healthy Forest Initiative™
tackles the issue of overgrown forests, a threat that can contribute to
wildfires and negatively impact water quality. By strategically thinning
these forests, SRP reduces the risk of wildfires that can damage water
sheds and ensures cleaner water reaches our homes.
THE RIPPLE EFFECT: ENERGY SAVINGS LINKED TO WATER
CONSERVATION
Water conservation isn’t just about water. SRP’s energy efficiency programs,
offering rebates and promoting smart energy use, have a positive impact
on water conservation as well. By reducing energy consumption, less
water is needed for power generation at water-intensive cooling plants.
In 2022 alone, SRP’s customers saved over 611,000 MWh of energy,
illustrating the interconnectedness of these efforts.
DTPR SEPTEMBER THROUGH OCTOBER 2025 / CONSERVATION & SUSTAINABILITY