Monsoon Collector | Prototype I
2023recycled plastic, disassembled umbrella, waterproof fabric, elastic
The Colorado River supplies water to 40 million people across seven states and Mexico. Half of Tucson’s water supply comes from the Colorado River via 336 miles of concrete aqueducts known as the Central Arizona Project (CAP). Years of drought and over-allocation of water have depleted the water supply from Lake Mead and Lake Powell. In 2023 Arizona, California, and Nevada have agreed to cut 10% of their water allocation, and continual cuts are inevitable. As populations continue to grow in an uncertain climate future it is imperative that individuals learn to collect, store, and recycle their own water supply.
Tucson’s annual rainfall equals 144% of Tucson’s annual water demand.
The future of Arizona water is HYPER LOCAL.
