National Reach & Regional Expertise

WestWater Research is a specialized economic firm offering strategic solutions for water supply and water market challenges. We leverage our expertise in market research and pricing to provide clients with actionable insights that drive decisions around security, transactions, and sustainability. Our focus on the value, impact, and resiliency of water resources ensures our clients are well-positioned for long-term success in a dynamic environment. 

Insights

The latest water market news and event information from WestWater Research

Earlier this month, WestWater Research Senior Associate Audrey Goddard and Associate Amanda Long attended the Arizona Groundwater Policy Conference, where discussions revealed a groundwater landscape in flux—marked by scientific advances, regulatory evolution, and shifting rural attitudes. GRACE satellite data continues to document Southwest-wide storage declines driven primarily by climate change rather than pumping alone. The […]

We are thrilled to announce that M. Camille Touton, former Commissioner of the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, will join us for a special fireside chat at this year’s Sustainable Water Investment Summit! Commissioner Touton will share invaluable insights from her distinguished tenure leading federal water policy, her transition to building a new water advisory practice, […]

We’re honored to welcome Abrahm Lustgarten, author of “On the Move: The Overheating Earth and the Uprooting of America,” for an in-depth conversation on one of the defining challenges of our time. As climate change reshapes where and how people can live, water scarcity is emerging as a critical driver of migration patterns across America […]

An Era of Reallocation

We’ve entered the Era of Water Reallocation. Maximizing existing resources requires a data-driven approach and navigating complex legal, financial, and engineering landscapes. WestWater Research provides the interdisciplinary expertise and analytical rigor you need to succeed. We are your trusted advisors for data-informed solutions in this new era of reallocation.

Transaction
Advisory​

Water transactions require more than traditional advisory. WestWater Research brings unmatched expertise, strategic guidance, and data-driven insights to help clients buy, sell, or manage complex water assets with confidence.

Economic & 

Market Analysis

Whether evaluating policy impacts, forecasting demand, or analyzing the cost of alternative supplies, our experts support strategic planning and investment decisions with confidence. 

Valuation & Appraisals

At WestWater, we know that understanding the true value of water is essential to making smart, strategic decisions. Our valuation and appraisal services are driven by decades of experience, deep technical knowledge, and market intelligence.

Waterlitix™ Powers the Nasdaq-Veles Water Index

WestWater Research’s proprietary database, Waterlitix™, is the largest and most comprehensive pricing source for water transactions. Backed by over thirty years of research and data collection through Waterlitix™, we keep our clients ahead of the curve with accurate information on market performance and trends.

Through Waterlitix™, WestWater is the exclusive data provider for the Nasdaq-Veles California Water Index (NQH2O), which tracks the spot price for California water entitlements.