Colorado Water Trust Information

Colorado Water Trust’s mission is to restore water to Colorado's rivers. Just as land trusts serve as facilitators for land owners who want to conserve their property, Colorado Water Trust serves as a facilitator for water rights owners who want to use their water to benefit river habitats. Our team of water lawyers and water resource specialists innovates within Colorado’s system of water rights to develop market-based solutions that balance the health of the river and people’s livelihoods. Through purchases and leases of water, water sharing agreements, and other legal and infrastructure tools, we restore water to rivers for our ecosystems, communities, and local economies. Colorado Water Trust has a committed and knowledgeable board of directors and staff with exceptional expertise, talent, and motivation, as well as a passion for our mission. Internally, we operate in a remote/hybrid fashion with staff and board members located throughout the state. We promote a collaborative and supportive work environment, innovative ideas, flexibility, respect, and work-life balance. To learn more about our current programs, priorities, and our team, please visit www.ColoradoWaterTrust.org.