Turf Analysis

On January 4, 2023, ahead of the launch of the state’s pilot Turf Replacement Program, the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) released an exploratory economic analysis of potential costs and benefits of turf replacement in Colorado (2023 Exploratory Analysis).

The Updated 2024 Exploratory Analysis of Potential Water Savings, Costs and Benefits of Turf Replacement in Colorado builds on, adds to, and refines findings in the 2023 report. Specifically, the 2024 report aims to refine the understanding of the amount of turf grass in Colorado, the water savings associated with removing this turf, and the potential range of turf replacement costs.