The Problem
Saline lakes are in decline all around the world because of excessive water use. When a lake like Great Salt Lake collapses, it triggers a sequence of damage to human health, environment, and economy that can last for generations. In our case, the loss of the lake is bringing toxic dust storms, destruction of jobs, and loss of crucial habitat.
The Opportunity
People used to ask “Why should I care about Great Salt Lake?” Now we only hear one question: “What can I do to help?” In a time of fear and isolation, this grand challenge is uniting us. We believe that our community is uniquely prepared to face this crisis. Our prosperity and reputation depend on wise stewardship and solidarity in the face of this human-caused threat.
The Plan
We need an unprecedented flood of public support, policy innovation, personal action, and fundraising to replenish Great Salt Lake. Grow the Flow is focused on supporting ongoing efforts and starting new initiatives that strengthen our water security. We are bringing together individuals, organizations, and government partners to get water to Great Salt Lake. We’re not interested in blaming or claiming credit. We are grateful for all that has been done, and we will work on this until the lake is permanently restored. We are working towards this goal through four coordinated programs:
- IMPROVE POLICY
The Great Salt Lake Policy Accelerator is researching, writing, and sponsoring the legislation that we need at local, state, and federal levels.
- EMPOWER THE PUBLIC
The Public Action Network is bringing together a community of 100,000 citizens to change the political dialogue and constructively participate in governance.
3. INNOVATE SOLUTIONS
The Research Bridge is convening scientists, engineers, and technology innovators to translate the best available evidence into the most effective action.
- GROW SUPPORT
The Impact Fund consists of individual donors and sponsoring organizations who make this possible by alleviating financial obstacles to saving the lake.