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AECOM
AECOM is one of the largest and most respected providers of professional technical and management support services in the world – and all for one purpose: To enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural and social environments for our clients and the communities that we...
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AMEC Earth & Environmental
We are one of the world’s leading environmental and engineering consulting organisations. Our full service capabilities cover a wide range of disciplines, including environmental engineering and science, geotechnical engineering, water resources, materials testing and...
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American Sportfishing Association (ASA)
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) is the sportfishing industry’s trade association, committed to looking out for the interests of the entire sportfishing community. We give the industry a unified voice speaking out when emerging laws and policies could...
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Aquacraft, Inc.
Aquacraft, Inc. provides professional engineering services in water conservation and planning, water supply development, and system modeling. Aquacraft strives to develop and implement innovative methods for enhancing supplies through better use and management of our most...
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Aspen Global Change Institute
Aspen Global Change Institute (AGCI) is an independent nonprofit dedicated to furthering the scientific understanding of Earth systems and global environmental change through interdisciplinary scientific workshops, educational programs, and publications &...
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Association of California Water Agencies
The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) is the largest coalition of public water agencies in the country. Its nearly 450 public agency members collectively are responsible for 90% of the water delivered to cities, farms and businesses in California. ACWA was...
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Water   Agriculture   Energy  
Aurora Water
Aurora Water is an enterprise fund utility serving a population of over 310,000 in Colorado. Headed by Aurora Water Director Mark Pifher, this forward thinking organization procures, transports and treats approximately 50,000 acre-feet of raw water annually, and is currently...
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Water  
Bureau of Reclamation
Established in 1902, the Bureau of Reclamation is best known for the dams, powerplants, and canals it constructed in the 17 western states. These water projects led to homesteading and promoted the economic development of the West. Reclamation has constructed more than 600 dams...
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Canyon Water Resources
Canyon Water Resources provides consulting and engineering services for water resource planning and development. Contact: Jim Pearce

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Water  
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Carbon Disclosure Project launched in 2000 to accelerate solutions to climate change by putting relevant information at the heart of business, policy and investment decisions. We further this mission by harnessing the collective power of corporations, investors and...
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Energy  
CDM
CDM is a consulting, engineering, construction, and operations firm delivering exceptional service to public and private clients worldwide. LISTEN. Pay careful attention to each client's unique concerns— technical, financial, regulatory, community, and operational...
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Center for Climate Strategies (CCS)
The Center for Climate Strategies (CCS) is helping many public officials and stakeholders in the United States and other countries respond to the challenges posed by global warming and related opportunities for economic development, clean energy, and a safer...
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Center for Native Ecosystems
We are passionate defenders of the native biological diversity of the Greater Southern Rockies. Since our inception in 1999, we have protected over one million acres of key wildlife habitat and bolstered existing protections for wildlife and plants on millions more. Our...
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Center for Science Technology Policy Research (CSTPR)
The Center for Science and Technology Policy Research was initiated within the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) at the University of Colorado-Boulder in the summer of 2001 as a contribution both to the CIRES goal of “promoting science in...
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Center of the American West
The Center of the American West takes as its mission the creation of forums for the respectful exchange of ideas and perspectives in the pursuit of solutions to the region's difficulties. We at the Center believe that an understanding of the historical origins of the West's...
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City of Aspen, Colorado
Located high in the Rocky Mountains, Aspen is the 53rd largest city in the state. Two hundred miles southwest of Denver and 130 miles east of Grand Junction, it is at the southeastern end of the Roaring Fork Valley. The Roaring Fork Valley stretches from Glenwood Springs and the...
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City of Boulder : Community Planning and Sustainability
Planning and Development Services (P&DS) is a service-oriented workgroup with a wide range of responsibilities. The P&DS Services Center, located at 1739 Broadway on the third floor, provides customers with building and construction permits and applications, GIS mapping...
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City of Boulder : Local Environmental Action Division
Boulder is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, just 35 miles northwest of Denver. Home of the University of Colorado's main campus and the National Center for Atmospheric Research, Boulder sits 5,430 feet above sea level and is surrounded by a greenbelt of city...
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City of Boulder : Utilities Division
The City of Boulder's Utilities Division manages the city's three municipal utilities (water, wastewater and flood control). The division manages the city's raw water supplies and provides high-quality treated water that meets all standards in a cost-effective manner. The...
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Water  
City of Fort Collins, Colorado
This organization operates in Colorado.
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Colorado Audubon Society
Audubon Colorado exists to inspire and work with people to conserve, restore and enjoy natural habitats in our state. We focus on birds and other wildlife through education, research, careful use of our resources, and by serving as strong voices for the natural...
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Colorado Department of Agriculture
Colorado agriculture contributes $16 billion to the state's economy each year. It's important to assist our ag industry by providing current and valuable information.

This organization operates in Colorado. Our hope is that this website will help you navigate...
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Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA)
For many communities throughout Colorado, the Department of Local Affairs is the "face of state government" - that initial and primary point of contact where local communities work in partnership with the state. Our department's mission statement, "Strengthening Colorado...
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Colorado Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
The Colorado Department of Natural Resources was created with a mission to develop, preserve and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors.

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment (CDPHE)
Our Mission: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to protecting and preserving the health and environment of the people of Colorado.

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Colorado Division of Emergency Management
The Division of Emergency Management (DEM) is responsible for the state's comprehensive emergency management program which supports local and state agencies. Planning and training services to local governments include financial and technical assistance as well as training and...
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Colorado Division of Water Resources (DWR)
The Colorado Division of Water Resources (Office of the State Engineer) is an agency within the Department of Natural Resources providing administration of Colorado's water resources to meet the demands of today, and to provide for the needs of tomorrow. We are committed to...
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Water  
Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW)
The Division of Wildlife manages the state's 960 wildlife species. It regulates hunting and fishing activities by issuing licenses and enforcing regulations. The Division also manages more than 230 wildlife areas for public recreation, conducts research to improve wildlife...
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Colorado Foundation for Water Education (CFWE)
The mission of the Colorado Foundation for Water Education is to promote better understanding of Colorado's water resources and issues by providing balanced and accurate information and education.

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Colorado Natural Heritage Program
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program is Colorado’s only comprehensive source of information on the status and location of Colorado’s rarest and most threatened species and plant communities. We share information with a wide range of stakeholders in partnerships that work to...
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Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has full economic and quality of service regulatory authority over intrastate telecommunication services; and investor-owned electric, gas and water utilities, as well as partial regulatory control over municipal utilities and electric...
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Water   Energy  
Colorado River Water Users Association (CRWUA)
The Colorado River Water Users Association is a non-profit, non-partisan organization, formed to plan, study, formulate and advise on ways to protect and safeguard the interests of all who use the Colorado River. The Colorado River is one of the most precious water sources in...
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Colorado Smart Grid Task Force
The Colorado Smart Grid Task Force (SGTF) was convened in response to Senate Bill 10-180. Its purpose was to examine and recommend to the Public Utilities Commission and the General Assembly of the State of Colorado, appropriate management options on issues related to the...
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Energy  
Colorado Springs Utilities
To turn a phrase from Abraham Lincoln, in 1924 the residents of Colorado Springs voted to create a four-service utility of the people, by the people and for the people. Since then, as a municipal utility, our focus has been on the basics - providing exceptional customer service...
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Water   Energy  
Colorado State Forest Service
The mission of the Colorado State Forest Service is to provide for the stewardship of forest resources and to reduce related risks to life, property and the environment for the benefit of present and future generations.

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Colorado State Parks
Attracting over 11 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone in Colorado's economy and quality of life, offering some of the highest quality outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Click here to browse a list of State Parks, and visit...
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Colorado State University (CSU)
Colorado State University is one of our nation's leading research universities with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. It was founded in 1870 as the Colorado Agricultural College, six years...
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Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
The Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) represents each major water basin, Denver and other state agencies in our joint effort to use water wisely and protect our water for future generations. The Colorado Water Conservation Board consists of 15 members. Eight voting...
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Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) : Interbasin Compact Committee (IBCC)
The Colorado Water for the 21st Century Act sets up a framework that provides a permanent forum for broad-based water discussions. It creates two new structures: 1) The Interbasin Compact Committee (IBCC), a state-wide committee that will address issues between basins; and 2)...
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Colorado Wildlife Heritage Foundation
The Colorado Wildlife Heritage Foundation was created in 1989, as a result of the Governor’s Task Force “Wildlife 21” which recognized that our abundant and diverse wildlife makes an immense contribution to our economy and the quality of life we enjoy in Colorado. At the...
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Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Science (CIRES)
CIRES researchers explore all aspects of the earth system and search for ways to better understand how natural and human-made disturbances impact our dynamic planet. Our focus on innovation and collaboration has made us a world leader in interdisciplinary research and teaching....
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Denver Water
Denver Water proudly serves high-quality water and promotes its efficient use to 1.3 million people in the city of Denver and many surrounding suburbs. Established in 1918, the utility is a public agency funded by water rates and new tap fees, not taxes. It is Colorado's oldest...
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Water  
Douglas County, Colorado : Sustainability Initiative
The Douglas County Sustainability Initiative Advisory Committee (SIAC) invited County residents and business owners to attend one of eight public Listening and Recruiting Tour (LRT) meetings in May and June. SIAC members asked for the public's thoughts and opinions on the...
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Water   Agriculture   Energy  
Edison Electric Institute
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association of U.S. Shareholder-Owned Electric Companies. Our members serve 95 percent of the ultimate customers in the shareholder-owned segment of the industry, and represent approximately 70 percent of the U.S. electric power...
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Energy  
Family Farm Alliance
The Family Farm Alliance is a powerful advocate for family farmers, ranchers, irrigation districts, and allied industries in seventeen Western states. The Alliance is focused on one mission - To ensure the availability of reliable, affordable irrigation water supplies to Western...
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Governor's Energy Office (GEO)
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, Jr., issued an Executive Order on April 16, 2007, re-creating the Governor’s Office of Energy Management and Conservation (originally created in 1977 to promote energy conservation in Colorado) as the Governor’s Energy Office (GEO). The GEO’s...
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Energy  
Headwaters Corporation
Headwaters Corporation is a natural resources systems management consulting firm that specializes in the integration of science, engineering, policy, and socioeconomics. We create sustainable solutions that link ecosystem function and sustainable land and water...
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Heinz Center for Science, Economics, and the Environment
THE HEINZ CENTER is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving the scientific and economic foundation for environmental policy. The Center tackles some of the most important environmental issues of our time by convening business, environmental groups, academia...
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ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability
Local Governments for Sustainability is an international association of local governments as well as national and regional local government organizations who have made a commitment to sustainable development. ICLEI was founded in 1990 as the 'International Council for Local...
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Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is the leading body for the assessment of climate change, established by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) to provide the world with a clear scientific view on the current...
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King County, Washington
Located on Puget Sound in Washington State, and covering 2,134 square miles, King County is nearly twice as large as the average county in the United States. With more than 1.9 million people, it also ranks as the 14th most populous county in the nation. King County provides...
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Leonard Rice Engineers, Inc.
Leonard Rice Engineers, Inc. provides consulting services related to planning, management and development of water at the highest level of technical excellence that is professional, ethical and profitable. Our company is devoted to serving our clients, developing staff,...
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Water  
Mountain Studies Institute (MSI)
The Mountain Studies Institute (MSI) is an independent, non-advocacy, not-for-profit 501(c)3 center for research, education, and outreach. MSI operates its headquarters and a high-altitude field station in Silverton, CO. MSI also has an office on campus at Fort Lewis College in...
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National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) : Task Force on Climate Policy
NARUC is an association representing the State public service commissioners who regulate essential utility services, such as electricity, gas, telecommunications, water, and transportation, throughout the country. As regulators, our members are charged with protecting the public...
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Water   Agriculture   Energy  
National Association of State Foresters
NASF is a non-profit organization comprised of the directors of forestry agencies in the states, territories and the District of Columbia of the United States. NASF seeks to discuss, develop, sponsor and promote programs and activities which will advance the practice of...
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National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)
NCAR provides the university science and teaching community with the tools, facilities, and support required to perform innovated research. Through NCAR, scientists gain access to high-performance computational and observational facilities, such as supercomputers, aircraft and...
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National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
The National Conference of State Legislatures is a bipartisan organization that serves the legislators and staffs of the nation's 50 states, its commonwealths and territories. NCSL provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on...
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National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC)
The National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC) helps people and institutions develop and implement measures to reduce societal vulnerability to drought, stressing preparedness and risk management rather than crisis management. Most of the NDMC’s services are directed to state,...
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National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS)
The National Drought Policy Commission was established under the National Drought Policy Act of 1998 to ensure collaboration between different government agencies on drought-related issues. The Commission issued a groundbreaking report, Preparing for Drought in the 21st Century,...
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
NOAA is an agency that enriches life through science. Our reach goes from the surface of the sun to the depths of the ocean floor as we work to keep citizens informed of the changing environment around them. NOAA's roots date back to 1807, when the Nation’s first scientific...
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) : Climate Service
The NOAA Climate Service will encompass a core set of longstanding NOAA capabilities with proven success. The climate research, observations, modeling, predictions and assessments generated by NOAA’s top scientists – including Nobel Peace Prize award-winners – will...
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National Park Service
Since 1916, the American people have entrusted the National Park Service with the care of their national parks. With the help of volunteers and park partners, we are proud to safeguard these nearly 400 places and to share their stories with more than 275 million visitors every...
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National Research Council (NRC)
The National Research Council (NRC) functions under the auspices of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), and the Institute of Medicine (IOM). The NAS, NAE, IOM, and NRC are part of a private, nonprofit institution that provides...
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National Science Foundation (NSF) Environmental Research & Education (ERE)
In 2000, NSF established the Advisory Committee for Environmental Research and Education (AC-ERE). NSF's Director, Dr. Rita Colwell, charged the Committee at its first meeting in October 2000. AC-ERE is to: · Provide advice recommendations and oversight concerning support...
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National Wildlife Federation (NWF) : Climate-Smart Conservation
Global warming already is having profound impacts on our wildlife and the habitats on which they depend. Addressing the impacts of global warming is rapidly becoming the central conservation challenge of our time, and will require a fundamental rethinking about what, where,...
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Native American Rights Fund (NARF)
The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) is a non-profit 501c(3) organization that provides legal representation and technical assistance to Indian tribes, organizations and individuals nationwide - a constituency that often lacks access to the justice system. NARF focuses on...
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Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Originally established by Congress in 1935 as the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), NRCS has expanded to become a conservation leader for all natural resources, ensuring private lands are conserved, restored, and more resilient to environmental challenges, like climate...
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Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
NRDC is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.3 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things. Worth...
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North Weld County, Colorado : Water District
North Weld County Water District provides drinking water to homes, businesses, agricultural and livestock operations in the area north of Greeley, east of Fort Collins, south of Nunn and west of the Gill/Galeton area. The District was created in 1962 and began selling and...
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Northern Arizona University (NAU) : The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) was created to act as a catalyst among tribal governments, research and technical resources at Northern Arizona University (NAU), various federal, state and local governments, and the private sector, in support of...
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Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District (NCWCD)
NCWCD, a public agency created in 1937, provides water for agricultural, municipal, domestic and industrial uses in northeastern Colorado. The District was established as the local agency to contract with the United States to build the Colorado-Big Thompson Project. The...
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Oregon Climate Change Research Institute
The Oregon Climate Change Research Institute (OCCRI), based at Oregon State University (OSU), is a network of over 100 researchers at OSU, the University of Oregon, Portland State University, Southern Oregon University, and affiliated federal and state labs. In 2007, the Oregon...
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Pew Center on Global Climate Change
The Pew Center on Global Climate Change brings together business leaders, policy makers, scientists, and other experts to bring a new approach to a complex and often controversial issue. Our approach is based on sound science, straight talk, and a belief that we can work...
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Resources for the Future (RFF)
RFF is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization that conducts independent research – rooted primarily in economics and other social sciences – on environmental, energy, natural resource and public health issues. Although RFF is headquartered in Washington, D.C., its...
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Riverside Technology, Inc.
Riverside has developed an array of global science solutions that envelop the flow of information from data collection to data dissemination. Consequently, Riverside has positioned itself as one of the nation’s most sought-after engineering and information technology companies...
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Water  
Rocky Mountain Climate Organization (RMCO)
The Rocky Mountain Climate Organization is a nonprofit, charitable organization with the following goals: Bring people together to develop solutions, build consensus, and achieve results. (See, for example, our Colorado Climate Project.) Spread the word about...
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Rocky Mountain Farmers Union (RMFU)
Rocky Mountain Farmers Union is a progressive, grassroots organization founded in 1907. RMFU represents family farmers and ranchers in Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. RMFU is dedicated to sustaining our rural communities, to wise stewardship and use of natural resources, and...
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Water   Agriculture   Energy  
Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District
The District boundaries include portions of Bent, Chaffee, Crowley, El Paso, Fremont, Kiowa, Otero, Prowers and Pueblo Counties.

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Water  
Southern Ute Indian Tribe
The last hereditary chief of the Southern Utes, Buckskin Charlie died on May 8th, 1936 and was succeeded by his son, Antonio Buck Sr. As hereditary chief, Antonio Buck Sr. became the first elected Chairman of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. The Southern Ute Indian Tribal...
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State of Washington : Department of Ecology
The Mission of the Department of Ecology is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land and water for the benefit of current and future generations.
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Stratus Consulting
Stratus Consulting provides innovation and excellence in environmental research and consulting, combined with a commitment to client service. Our staff have demonstrated a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, integrity, and client services. We offer comprehensive,...
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Terra Global Capital
Terra Global Capital, LLC was formed in June 2006 to provide organizations with strategic advice in environmental markets. Our goal is to facilitate the market for land use carbon and other environmental credits. We do this by providing technical expertise for the measurement...
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Water   Energy  
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. We are a diverse company, including individuals with expertise in science, research, engineering, construction, and information technology. Our strength is in collectively providing...
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The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. We address the most pressing conservation threats at the largest scale. Thanks to the support of our more than 1...
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The Nature Conservancy (TNC) : New Mexico Conservation Science
The Nature Conservancy's New Mexico Conservation Science Program works with public & private agencies and institutions on ecological management, conservation planning, and scientific assessments to further its mission to “preserve the plants, animals, and natural communities...
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Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP)
The TRCP is a 501c3 non-profit corporation that works to preserve the traditions of hunting and fishing. By building consensus among our individual and organizational partners we work to advance policy solutions on natural resource management issues of common concern. By...
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Tri-County Water Conservancy District
The District's mission is to provide dependable quality service for delivery of water to District customers and to manage, operate and maintain the Ridgway Dam in the most efficient and economical manner.

This organization operates in Colorado.
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Trout Unlimited (TU)
Today TU is a national organization with more than 150,000 volunteers organized into about 400 chapters from Maine to Montana to Alaska. This dedicated grassroots army is matched by a respected staff of lawyers, policy experts and scientists, who work out of more than 30 offices...
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UNFCCC : Adaptation
Adaptation to the adverse effects of climate change is vital in order to reduce the impacts of climate change that are happening now and increase resilience to future impacts. The UNFCCC webpages on adaptation highlight the range of issues that are being addressed by Parties...
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United States Department of the Interior (DOI)
The U.S. Department of the Interior is a Cabinet-level agency that manages America’s vast natural and cultural resources. Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar heads our department, which employs 70,000 people, including expert scientists and resource-management professionals, in...
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United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) : Region 8 (Colorado)
EPA's Region 8 office in Denver works to protect human health and the environment in Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming and 27 sovereign tribal nations. We share this challenging work with many partners - state, local and tribal governments, businesses,...
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United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA)
Born in the wake of elevated concern about environmental pollution, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency opened its doors in downtown Washington, D.C., on December 2, 1970. EPA was established to consolidate in one agency a variety of federal research, monitoring,...
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United States Fish and Wildlife Service
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is a bureau within the Department of the Interior. Our mission is to work with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. Objectives 1....
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United States Forest Service (USFS)
Established in 1905, the Forest Service is an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Forest Service manages public lands in national forests and grasslands. Gifford Pinchot, the first Chief of the Forest Service, summed up the mission of the Forest Service— "to...
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United States Geological Survey (USGS)
As an unbiased, multi-disciplinary science organization that focuses on biology, geography, geology, geospatial information, and water, we are dedicated to the timely, relevant, and impartial study of the landscape, our natural resources, and the natural hazards that threaten...
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United States Geological Survey (USGS) : Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center (NOROCK)
The Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center (NOROCK) is part of the North Central Area of the Central Region of the USGS. Scientists from the Center work in the northern Rocky Mountains of the United States and throughout the western U.S. Many of our scientists work throughout...
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United States Global Change Research Program
The U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) coordinates and integrates federal research on changes in the global environment and their implications for society. The USGCRP began as a presidential initiative in 1989 and was mandated by Congress in the Global Change Research...
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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR)
The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research promotes partnership in a collaborative community dedicated to understanding the atmosphere—the air around us—and the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun's core. The National...
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University of Arizona : Climate Assessment for the Southwest
The mission of the Climate Assessment for the Southwest (CLIMAS) program is to improve the region’s ability to respond sufficiently and appropriately to climatic events and climate changes. The program promotes participatory, iterative research involving scientists, decision...
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University of Colorado at Boulder (CU)
As the flagship university of the state of Colorado, CU-Boulder is a dynamic community of scholars and learners situated on one of the most spectacular college campuses in the country. As one of 34 U.S. public institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American...
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University of Colorado Law School : Center for Energy and Environmental Security (CEES)
The Center for Energy and Environmental Security (CEES) works to develop practical strategies and solutions for moving international society toward a global sustainable energy future. Located at the University of Colorado Law School, CEES provides an effective and nonpartisan...
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University of Colorado Law School : Natural Resources Law Center (NRLC)
The Natural Resources Law Center was founded in 1982 to promote intellectual discourse over crucial natural resources law and policy issues and to foster practical and effective solutions to identified problems. The NRLC is committed to producing objective research and...
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University of Maryland : Center for Integrative Environmental Research
The Center for Integrative Environmental Research (CIER) at the University of Maryland addresses complex environmental challenges through research that explores the dynamic interactions among environmental, economic and social forces and stimulates active dialogue with...
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University of Maryland : Division of Research
Academically-based research is a critical contributor to graduate and undergraduate education programs, to local and national economic development and to advancing peoples' health, security and general well being, both in the US and internationally. As the flagship campus of...
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University of Oxford : Institute for Science, Innovation and Society
The Institute for Science, Innovation and Society (InSIS) at Oxford University’s Saïd Business School researches and informs the key processes of social and technological innovation that are critical to business, governments and civil society in the 21st century and...
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University of Washington : Center for Science in the Earth System
The Center for Science in the Earth System (CSES), part of the Joint Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Ocean (JISAO) at the University of Washington, performs integrated research on the impacts of climate on the U.S. Pacific Northwest (PNW) by combining and...
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Ute Mountain Ute Tribe
The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe's reservation lies in southwest Colorado, southeast Utah, and northern New Mexico. There are two communities on the Ute Reservation; the tribal headquarters in Towaoc, Colorado and the small community at White Mesa, Utah. This area known as the Four...
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Water Research Foundation
The Water Research Foundation is a member-supported, international, nonprofit organization that sponsors research to enable water utilities, public health agencies, and other professionals to provide safe and affordable drinking water to consumers.

This organization...
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Water  
Water Utility Climate Alliance (WUCA)
Delivering reliable, high-quality water requires a delicate balance between water supplies and customer demands. While water managers continually have strived to maintain this supply-and-demand balance through long-term water resources planning and demand management, new...
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Water   Energy  
Western Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA)
The Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) represents 23 states and Canadian provinces, spanning from Alaska to Texas and Saskatchewan to Hawaii - an area covering nearly 3.7 million square miles of some of North America's most wild and scenic country,...
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Western Climate Initiative (WCI)
The WCI is a collaboration of independent jurisdictions working together to identify, evaluate, and implement policies to tackle climate change at a regional level.
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Western Governors' Association (WGA)
The Western Governors' Association is a non-partisan organization of all 22 United States Governors, representing 19 U.S. States and 3 U.S. territories, that are considered to be part of the Western region of the nation. They are: Alaska; American Samoa; Arizona; California;...
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Western Resource Advocates (WRA)
Founded in 1989, Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is a non-profit environmental law and policy organization. With 29 employees and offices in seven states (Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Wyoming and Idaho), we have developed strategic programs in three areas:...
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Western Water Assessment (WWA)
Using multidisciplinary teams of experts in climate, water, law, and economics, the Western Water Assessment provides information about natural climate variability and human-caused climate change. This information – usually in the form of climate forecasts and regional...
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White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ)
The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) coordinates Federal environmental efforts and works closely with agencies and other White House offices in the development of environmental policies and initiatives. CEQ was established within the Executive Office of the President by...
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Wildlife Management Institute (WMI)
WMI was established in 1911 by sportsmen/businessmen gravely concerned about the dramatic declines of many wildlife populations. Its founders saw need for a small, independent and aggressive cadre of people dedicated to restoring and ensuring the well-being of wild populations...
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World Resources Institute (WRI)
WRI is an environmental think tank that goes beyond research to find practical ways to protect the earth and improve people’s lives. Today’s environmental challenges are complex and global in nature. They call for visionary and ambitious action grounded in sound science...
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Xcel Energy
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity customers and 1.9 million natural gas customers. We have regulated operations in 8 Western and Midwestern...
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Energy  

Colorado Climate Preparedness Project · Report and database records, 2011–2016. Historical affiliations and project descriptions reflect that period.