Scott Sandall: 'We need to take a balanced approach to all water use in Utah. This means that we can’t alienate each other.'
Tips on how to save water, at Conservation Garden Park on the grounds of the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022.As a fourth-generation farmer and rancher in Utah, I understand that water is essential to maintaining our way of life. Although I gained this understanding through unique, personal experiences in rural Utah, this is also the case in cities like Salt Lake, Provo and St. George.
As chair of the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Appropriations Subcommittee for the Utah Senate, I hear about water from every angle imaginable. Not just from those in agriculture, but from developers and municipalities to name a few. While Utahns have made significant strides to conserve water, we need to continue to make industry and personal consumption decisions as we move forward. We must create a culture that teaches and values water as a precious resource, including finding ways to landscape with less water, changing to “low flow” faucets and increasing efficiency in agriculture irrigation.
All prosperous economies become prosperous by utilizing the natural resources available, including water, agriculture and energy. Being responsible stewards is vital to preserving and promoting growth. Our natural resources are our legacy and our future.The Great Salt Lake water levels affect tourism and industry. Water use in agriculture directly impacts the food on our table. We can’t solve these problems in a box, and we can’t blame one industry for our lack of water.
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