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We envision a Utah that values its shared resources to provide a high quality of life for its citizens. We guide policy by connecting decision-makers with high-quality research.
The 2025 Report by the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute, presented to the Governor and Legislature, highlights a collection of data and research to provide context to key issues and concerns regarding Utah’s natural resources that affect current and future quality of life, industry, and security.
A collection of data visualizations and metrics give a snapshot of Utah's land, water, air, and energy resources.
There is a lot to be thankful for this year. While we ended the 2025 water year on a low, we started off the 2026 water year on a precipitation high with record levels of rainfall across much of the state. The Great Salt Lake rose a few inches after reach...
November 11 marked the deadline for “a deal in principle” on a state-led solution to sharing the increasingly stressed Colorado River. While no deal has been signed, the seven basin states released a statement noting “collective progress” and “a shared co...
Come enjoy hot chocolate and cookies in the LSB while you learn about the latest research on Utah's land, water, and air!
The Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air is hosting a student event to discuss key topics from the recentl...
