Western Water Market Podcast Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:04:08 -0700 https://westernwatermarketpodcast.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Western Water Market Podcast yes b9df03b2-346a-5d16-a616-b8d272ad5c5d Kristina Ribellia episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Kristina Ribellia https://storage.buzzsprout.com/fcyoiqy4efiipak7iv1pkachuv4x?.jpg Western Water Market Podcast 20: Inside Idaho’s Water Market: Trust, Transfers & Transactions 20: Inside Idaho’s Water Market: Trust, Transfers & Transactions What does a mature water market look like, and what can other western states learn from Idaho?

In this episode of the Western Water Market Podcast, Kristina Ribellia sits down with Roger Warner and Kristin Moore of Rocky Mountain Environmental Associates, one of Idaho's most respected water rights consulting firms and a Founding Member of Western Water Market.

For decades, Rocky Mountain Environmental has been helping private and public sector clients navigate water rights throughout Idaho. As pioneers in water right transfers and transactions, Roger and Kristin share how trust, relationships, and proactive communication have helped streamline transactions and reduce conflicts.

We discuss the evolution of Idaho's water market, current trends in buying, selling, and leasing water rights, water banking opportunities, conservation efforts, recent legislative changes impacting development, and what other western states can learn from Idaho's experience.

Roger and Kristin also discuss Rocky Mountain Environmental Associates' newest water right listing on Western Water Market, offering listeners real-world context for how water rights are bought, sold, and marketed in Idaho today.

Whether you're a water right owner, developer, irrigation district, municipality,  consultant, attorney,  or water user, this episode provides valuable insight into Idaho’s water market.

Get the full show notes here:
westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/20



]]> What does a mature water market look like, and what can other western states learn from Idaho?

In this episode of the Western Water Market Podcast, Kristina Ribellia sits down with Roger Warner and Kristin Moore of Rocky Mountain Environmental Associates, one of Idaho's most respected water rights consulting firms and a Founding Member of Western Water Market.

For decades, Rocky Mountain Environmental has been helping private and public sector clients navigate water rights throughout Idaho. As pioneers in water right transfers and transactions, Roger and Kristin share how trust, relationships, and proactive communication have helped streamline transactions and reduce conflicts.

We discuss the evolution of Idaho's water market, current trends in buying, selling, and leasing water rights, water banking opportunities, conservation efforts, recent legislative changes impacting development, and what other western states can learn from Idaho's experience.

Roger and Kristin also discuss Rocky Mountain Environmental Associates' newest water right listing on Western Water Market, offering listeners real-world context for how water rights are bought, sold, and marketed in Idaho today.

Whether you're a water right owner, developer, irrigation district, municipality,  consultant, attorney,  or water user, this episode provides valuable insight into Idaho’s water market.

Get the full show notes here:
westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/20



]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-19317954 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:00:00 -0700 2456 full false 19: The 3rd Annual Water Law in Eastern Washington Conference 19: The 3rd Annual Water Law in Eastern Washington Conference In this episode, Kristina Ribellia sits down with Jessica Kuchan of Confluence Law and Ben Lee of Landau Associates, co-chairs of the 3rd Annual Water Law in Eastern Washington Conference, to offer a behind-the-scenes look at this year’s event.

Together, they explore the key issues shaping water management in Eastern Washington and how the conference is designed to bring the right people into the room across legal, technical, and operational roles to move conversations forward.

More than an agenda preview, this episode underscores the power of connection, shared perspective, and practical insight in a rapidly evolving water landscape.

Secure your spot with early bird registration. We look forward to seeing you May 27–28 in Spokane!
____

Western Water Market is proud to partner with conference sponsors Landau Associates, Confluence Law, and the Spokane County Bar Association to bring you an exclusive early bird opportunity for the 3rd Annual Water Law in Eastern Washington Conference.

Register by May 15, 2026, and receive a complimentary 6-month listing on Western Water Market (a $453 value).

Expand your reach, generate more exposure, and better serve your clients with this free listing on Western Water Market.

Register Now ➜

Get the Show Notes  ➜

]]> In this episode, Kristina Ribellia sits down with Jessica Kuchan of Confluence Law and Ben Lee of Landau Associates, co-chairs of the 3rd Annual Water Law in Eastern Washington Conference, to offer a behind-the-scenes look at this year’s event.

Together, they explore the key issues shaping water management in Eastern Washington and how the conference is designed to bring the right people into the room across legal, technical, and operational roles to move conversations forward.

More than an agenda preview, this episode underscores the power of connection, shared perspective, and practical insight in a rapidly evolving water landscape.

Secure your spot with early bird registration. We look forward to seeing you May 27–28 in Spokane!
____

Western Water Market is proud to partner with conference sponsors Landau Associates, Confluence Law, and the Spokane County Bar Association to bring you an exclusive early bird opportunity for the 3rd Annual Water Law in Eastern Washington Conference.

Register by May 15, 2026, and receive a complimentary 6-month listing on Western Water Market (a $453 value).

Expand your reach, generate more exposure, and better serve your clients with this free listing on Western Water Market.

Register Now ➜

Get the Show Notes  ➜

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-19081068 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0700 1637 full false 18: Legacy, Leadership & Collaborative Water Solutions with Tom Tebb 18: Legacy, Leadership & Collaborative Water Solutions with Tom Tebb In much of the West, the era of permitting new water rights is behind us. The future depends on how we manage, move, and collaborate around the limited water resources that have been allocated.

Join Kristina Ribellia and Tom Tebb, one of Washington State's most highly regarded water professionals, for a candid conversation on the leadership and initiatives that are shaping the future of water in Washington and beyond.

Tom reflects on his career and contributions as the former Director of the Department of Ecology’s Office of Columbia River, the mindset and approaches that are making some of the region’s most ambitious water projects possible, and the principles that guide effective, long-term solutions.

Kristina and Tom discuss the evolution of water marketing in Washington, lessons learned from major initiatives like the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan and the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program, and what recent drought conditions reveal about the urgency of collaborative, forward-looking water resource planning.

They also explore Tom’s new chapter as Principal of Tebb & Associates, where he continues to advise on water rights and water resource strategies, planning, and problem-solving.

At its core, this episode is about how trust, relationships, and steady leadership make lasting water solutions possible.

Visit the full show notes here:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/18

]]> In much of the West, the era of permitting new water rights is behind us. The future depends on how we manage, move, and collaborate around the limited water resources that have been allocated.

Join Kristina Ribellia and Tom Tebb, one of Washington State's most highly regarded water professionals, for a candid conversation on the leadership and initiatives that are shaping the future of water in Washington and beyond.

Tom reflects on his career and contributions as the former Director of the Department of Ecology’s Office of Columbia River, the mindset and approaches that are making some of the region’s most ambitious water projects possible, and the principles that guide effective, long-term solutions.

Kristina and Tom discuss the evolution of water marketing in Washington, lessons learned from major initiatives like the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan and the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program, and what recent drought conditions reveal about the urgency of collaborative, forward-looking water resource planning.

They also explore Tom’s new chapter as Principal of Tebb & Associates, where he continues to advise on water rights and water resource strategies, planning, and problem-solving.

At its core, this episode is about how trust, relationships, and steady leadership make lasting water solutions possible.

Visit the full show notes here:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/18

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-18846974 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0700 3017 full false 17: Introducing the New Western Water Market Experience with Kristina Ribellia & Anna Maletzke 17: Introducing the New Western Water Market Experience with Kristina Ribellia & Anna Maletzke Join host Kristina Ribellia, Western Water Market’s Founder, and Anna Maletzke, Western Water Market’s Marketing Manager as we go behind the scenes of our recently launched market experience. Western Water Market’s new and improved platform is more user friendly (and beautiful!), making it easier than ever to connect water right buyers, sellers, and water rights professionals in communities across the West.

After years of learning and engaging with our community, this new enhanced experience reflects our continued commitment to helping create a more open and efficient water market in the West. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Tune in and learn more!

Experience the new Western Water Market platform here →

]]> Join host Kristina Ribellia, Western Water Market’s Founder, and Anna Maletzke, Western Water Market’s Marketing Manager as we go behind the scenes of our recently launched market experience. Western Water Market’s new and improved platform is more user friendly (and beautiful!), making it easier than ever to connect water right buyers, sellers, and water rights professionals in communities across the West.

After years of learning and engaging with our community, this new enhanced experience reflects our continued commitment to helping create a more open and efficient water market in the West. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Tune in and learn more!

Experience the new Western Water Market platform here →

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-18524831 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0800 945 full false 16: Sip Sesh with Kristina Ribellia & Katherine Taiclet 16: Sip Sesh with Kristina Ribellia & Katherine Taiclet Join host Kristina Ribellia for a sip sesh with Katherine Taiclet of Landau Associates. With over 20 years of experience in Washington’s water world—including roles with the Department of Ecology, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and American Water Resources Association (AWRA) Washington Section board—Katherine brings a wealth of knowledge to this conversation from her home base in Grant County.

In this episode, Kristina and Katherine highlight several timely and important events you won’t want to miss. They also take a closer look at a major achievement in regional water management: the completion of Lateral 86.4, a key milestone in the completion of the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program (OGWRP). This project has transitioned 5,426 acres from deep-well irrigation to Columbia River surface water through the Columbia Basin Project—the largest irrigation system in the western United States. As a result, 16 groundwater wells have been taken offline, conserving an estimated 16,143 acre-feet—roughly 5.3 billion gallons—of water each year from the depleted Odessa Subarea Aquifer.

Don’t miss this essential conversation about these upcoming events and exciting updates in the Columbia Basin!

Get the full show notes here:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/16

]]> Join host Kristina Ribellia for a sip sesh with Katherine Taiclet of Landau Associates. With over 20 years of experience in Washington’s water world—including roles with the Department of Ecology, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and American Water Resources Association (AWRA) Washington Section board—Katherine brings a wealth of knowledge to this conversation from her home base in Grant County.

In this episode, Kristina and Katherine highlight several timely and important events you won’t want to miss. They also take a closer look at a major achievement in regional water management: the completion of Lateral 86.4, a key milestone in the completion of the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program (OGWRP). This project has transitioned 5,426 acres from deep-well irrigation to Columbia River surface water through the Columbia Basin Project—the largest irrigation system in the western United States. As a result, 16 groundwater wells have been taken offline, conserving an estimated 16,143 acre-feet—roughly 5.3 billion gallons—of water each year from the depleted Odessa Subarea Aquifer.

Don’t miss this essential conversation about these upcoming events and exciting updates in the Columbia Basin!

Get the full show notes here:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/16

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-17135496 Sat, 10 May 2025 09:00:00 -0700 1161 full false 15: Ecology's New Columbia River Drought Insurance Program 15: Ecology's New Columbia River Drought Insurance Program Nearly 380 Columbia River water right holders are at risk of their water getting shut off when the next Columbia River drought is declared in Washington state. Are you one of them?

Join host Kristina Ribellia as she sits down with Heather Hazlett and Scott Turner from Washington State Department of Ecology’s Office of Columbia River, along with Dan Haller, PE, CWRE of Aspect Consulting, A Geosyntec Company. Together, they unpack Ecology’s groundbreaking Columbia River Drought Insurance Program—a forward-thinking initiative designed to support those affected by Columbia River drought declarations.

In this insightful discussion, our guests break down what happens when Washington state declares a drought on the Columbia River, how often these declarations occur, and who is most impacted. More importantly, they dive into how this innovative insurance program can help water right holders manage the risks of curtailment and safeguard their access to water.

Don’t miss this essential conversation. Tune in to discover what this means for you and the proactive steps you can take to prepare for future Columbia River droughts.

Get the show notes here: https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/15

]]> Nearly 380 Columbia River water right holders are at risk of their water getting shut off when the next Columbia River drought is declared in Washington state. Are you one of them?

Join host Kristina Ribellia as she sits down with Heather Hazlett and Scott Turner from Washington State Department of Ecology’s Office of Columbia River, along with Dan Haller, PE, CWRE of Aspect Consulting, A Geosyntec Company. Together, they unpack Ecology’s groundbreaking Columbia River Drought Insurance Program—a forward-thinking initiative designed to support those affected by Columbia River drought declarations.

In this insightful discussion, our guests break down what happens when Washington state declares a drought on the Columbia River, how often these declarations occur, and who is most impacted. More importantly, they dive into how this innovative insurance program can help water right holders manage the risks of curtailment and safeguard their access to water.

Don’t miss this essential conversation. Tune in to discover what this means for you and the proactive steps you can take to prepare for future Columbia River droughts.

Get the show notes here: https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/15

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-16845895 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0700 1934 full false 14: Water Right Transactions: Managing Expectations & Increasing Efficiencies with Kristina Ribellia 14: Water Right Transactions: Managing Expectations & Increasing Efficiencies with Kristina Ribellia Are you in need of buying or selling water rights? Join Kristina Ribellia, Western Water Market’s founder and president as she reflects on several water right transactions that she has been involved with over the last 5 years. Kristina provides invaluable insights to help you manage expectations and provides tips and tricks to help you move through your water right sale or purchase more efficiently.

Plus, get the latest on what Kristina has been up to, from sharing Selah-Moxee Irrigation District’s Surplus Water Rights Auction results to her work on the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program.

Get the full show notes on Western Water Market at:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/14

]]> Are you in need of buying or selling water rights? Join Kristina Ribellia, Western Water Market’s founder and president as she reflects on several water right transactions that she has been involved with over the last 5 years. Kristina provides invaluable insights to help you manage expectations and provides tips and tricks to help you move through your water right sale or purchase more efficiently.

Plus, get the latest on what Kristina has been up to, from sharing Selah-Moxee Irrigation District’s Surplus Water Rights Auction results to her work on the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program.

Get the full show notes on Western Water Market at:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/14

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-13837685 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0700 1677 full false 13: Project Greenland for American Water & Energy Security with Thomas Schumann 13: Project Greenland for American Water & Energy Security with Thomas Schumann Greenland is home to 10% of the world's freshwater.  Some of which is now listed for sale on Western Water Market.  Join Thomas Schumann, global expert, thought leader, and founder of Project Greenland as he shares fascinating details about this new water source that is becoming available for domestic, agricultural, hydropower, commercial, and industrial uses in the West.  From water quality to logistics, Thomas provides a candid glimpse into this rare opportunity “for people, planet, and profit.”

Get the full show notes on Western Water Market at:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/13

]]> Greenland is home to 10% of the world's freshwater.  Some of which is now listed for sale on Western Water Market.  Join Thomas Schumann, global expert, thought leader, and founder of Project Greenland as he shares fascinating details about this new water source that is becoming available for domestic, agricultural, hydropower, commercial, and industrial uses in the West.  From water quality to logistics, Thomas provides a candid glimpse into this rare opportunity “for people, planet, and profit.”

Get the full show notes on Western Water Market at:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/13

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-12256825 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 21:00:00 -0800 952 full false 12: Diving into Washington’s Trust Water Rights Program with Kelsey Collins 12: Diving into Washington’s Trust Water Rights Program with Kelsey Collins Join Kristina Ribellia and Kelsey Collins as they dive into recent activities and updates involving one of the most valuable water rights tools in the West: Washington State’s Trust Water Rights Program.  

The Trust Water Rights Program, which protects water rights from relinquishment while retaining their original priority date, fell under close scrutiny after a 2019 Seattle Times article left the public and Legislature with pointed questions.  As a result of the Department of Ecology’s swift and thoughtful response, we now have better informed and engaged stakeholders, increased transparency, helpful guidance, and sound recommendations to continue creating win-wins for water users and streamflows across the state.  Get the details first-hand from Kelsey Collins.

Kelsey Collins is the Statewide Trust Water Coordinator and Water Acquisitions Lead for the Washington State Department of Ecology's Water Resources Program. Her duties include facilitating Ecology's water right acquisitions and policy support for the Trust Water Rights Program.

Get the full show notes on Western Water Market at:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/12

]]> Join Kristina Ribellia and Kelsey Collins as they dive into recent activities and updates involving one of the most valuable water rights tools in the West: Washington State’s Trust Water Rights Program.  

The Trust Water Rights Program, which protects water rights from relinquishment while retaining their original priority date, fell under close scrutiny after a 2019 Seattle Times article left the public and Legislature with pointed questions.  As a result of the Department of Ecology’s swift and thoughtful response, we now have better informed and engaged stakeholders, increased transparency, helpful guidance, and sound recommendations to continue creating win-wins for water users and streamflows across the state.  Get the details first-hand from Kelsey Collins.

Kelsey Collins is the Statewide Trust Water Coordinator and Water Acquisitions Lead for the Washington State Department of Ecology's Water Resources Program. Her duties include facilitating Ecology's water right acquisitions and policy support for the Trust Water Rights Program.

Get the full show notes on Western Water Market at:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/12

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-12083543 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 22:00:00 -0800 1753 full false 11: Selah-Moxee Irrigation District Surplus Water Rights Auction with Nathan Draper and Dan Haller 11: Selah-Moxee Irrigation District Surplus Water Rights Auction with Nathan Draper and Dan Haller Selah-Moxee Irrigation District (SMID) recently created a 9,000 acre-foot water bank through various conservation projects and land uses changes to help fund its $100 million conservation and modernization plan.  Now, SMID is auctioning a large portion of these senior, surplus water rights through online auctions on Western Water Market.  Join Nathan Draper, SMID manager, Dan Haller, SMID’s consultant, and Kristina Ribellia, founder of Western Water Market, as they dive in and lift the veil on these innovative approaches – and their informative outcomes. 

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Selah-Moxee Irrigation District (SMID) recently created a 9,000 acre-foot water bank through various conservation projects and land uses changes to help fund its $100 million conservation and modernization plan.  Now, SMID is auctioning a large portion of these senior, surplus water rights through online auctions on Western Water Market.  Join Nathan Draper, SMID manager, Dan Haller, SMID’s consultant, and Kristina Ribellia, founder of Western Water Market, as they dive in and lift the veil on these innovative approaches – and their informative outcomes. 

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-11476067 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:00:00 -0700 1570 full false 10: Creative water right solutions in the evolving West with Alyssa Moir 10: Creative water right solutions in the evolving West with Alyssa Moir As our landscapes, industries, and values evolve across the West, the use, need, and demand for water rights are also rapidly changing.  These transitions can be complicated – and it’s clear, now more than ever – that innovation and collaboration are key.  Join Alyssa Moir, an attorney with K&L Gates, as she shares two incredible examples of how rapport and innovative legal tools are creating win-wins for water right holders and water users in the West.  From transforming Washington’s last coal-fired power plant’s water right portfolio into the TransAlta Water Bank to forbearance agreements in California’s Shasta River Valley, Alyssa’s insights and enthusiasm give us hope for the future.

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> As our landscapes, industries, and values evolve across the West, the use, need, and demand for water rights are also rapidly changing.  These transitions can be complicated – and it’s clear, now more than ever – that innovation and collaboration are key.  Join Alyssa Moir, an attorney with K&L Gates, as she shares two incredible examples of how rapport and innovative legal tools are creating win-wins for water right holders and water users in the West.  From transforming Washington’s last coal-fired power plant’s water right portfolio into the TransAlta Water Bank to forbearance agreements in California’s Shasta River Valley, Alyssa’s insights and enthusiasm give us hope for the future.

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-10825703 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0700 2185 full false 9: Top 10 things to know before buying property with water rights - Tips from Andy Dunn 9: Top 10 things to know before buying property with water rights - Tips from Andy Dunn Buyer beware.  Whether you are looking to buy property with water rights or own water rights currently, this is one you don’t want to miss.  Andy Dunn, water rights expert and hydrogeologist with RH2 Engineering shares the top 10 things he has observed over the past 21 years working on water rights in Washington State.  

Here are Andy Dunn's top 10 things to know before buying property with water rights:

  1. Look at the entire water right record for a water right that you are purchasing (or that you hold). [3:21]
  2. Don’t blindly trust a real estate agent when it comes to water rights on the property. [12:41]
  3. Know that a water right place of use can be larger than the number of authorized irrigated acres. [13:45]
  4. The property may only cover a portion of a water right’s place of use. [16:41]
  5. Assuming that owning the property containing the well or diversion is equal to owning the water right. [19:43]
  6. Purchasing a property with a permit on it, but not getting the permit assigned over to you in Ecology’s records as part of the property transaction. [21:19]
  7. Know and follow the provisions on your water right(s). [25:32]
  8. Be aware of the location when drilling an additional or replacement well. [31:27]
  9. Keep records associated with the source of water or water use. [35:52]
  10. Use a water rights attorney to help you with a water right issue. [40:10]

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Buyer beware.  Whether you are looking to buy property with water rights or own water rights currently, this is one you don’t want to miss.  Andy Dunn, water rights expert and hydrogeologist with RH2 Engineering shares the top 10 things he has observed over the past 21 years working on water rights in Washington State.  

Here are Andy Dunn's top 10 things to know before buying property with water rights:

  1. Look at the entire water right record for a water right that you are purchasing (or that you hold). [3:21]
  2. Don’t blindly trust a real estate agent when it comes to water rights on the property. [12:41]
  3. Know that a water right place of use can be larger than the number of authorized irrigated acres. [13:45]
  4. The property may only cover a portion of a water right’s place of use. [16:41]
  5. Assuming that owning the property containing the well or diversion is equal to owning the water right. [19:43]
  6. Purchasing a property with a permit on it, but not getting the permit assigned over to you in Ecology’s records as part of the property transaction. [21:19]
  7. Know and follow the provisions on your water right(s). [25:32]
  8. Be aware of the location when drilling an additional or replacement well. [31:27]
  9. Keep records associated with the source of water or water use. [35:52]
  10. Use a water rights attorney to help you with a water right issue. [40:10]

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-10193713 Sat, 05 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0800 2632 full false 8: Buying and selling water rights in Moses Lake and the greater Quincy Basin: A Q&A with Kelsey Mach and Aaron Fitterer 8: Buying and selling water rights in Moses Lake and the greater Quincy Basin: A Q&A with Kelsey Mach and Aaron Fitterer Moses Lake, Washington and the greater Columbia Basin Project area is not only the headquarters of Western Water Market, but it's also one of the hottest water markets in the state. Join licensed geologist and water right expert Kelsey Mach with Landau Associates and real estate broker Aaron Fitterer for a timely and informative Q&A on all things water rights in the Basin -- from how to get them, what they are going for, and who is buying them.  Learn how Quincy Basin Permits are being combined to meet demand and what creative solutions are emerging in the competitive market.  Whether you're a developer, irrigator, public servant, or resident in the Basin, this is episode is for you.

FULL SHOW NOTES

https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/08

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Moses Lake, Washington and the greater Columbia Basin Project area is not only the headquarters of Western Water Market, but it's also one of the hottest water markets in the state. Join licensed geologist and water right expert Kelsey Mach with Landau Associates and real estate broker Aaron Fitterer for a timely and informative Q&A on all things water rights in the Basin -- from how to get them, what they are going for, and who is buying them.  Learn how Quincy Basin Permits are being combined to meet demand and what creative solutions are emerging in the competitive market.  Whether you're a developer, irrigator, public servant, or resident in the Basin, this is episode is for you.

FULL SHOW NOTES

https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/08

RESOURCES

GET IN TOUCH

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-9406456 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 22:00:00 -0700 3124 water rights, developer, water bank, developer, irrigator, farmer, washington full false 7: View water right due diligence and submit offer 7: View water right due diligence and submit offer Western Water Market is again breaking the mold, pushing the envelope, and bringing us one step closer to a more open and efficient market in the West.  Join host Kristina Ribellia as she lifts the hood on Odessa Groundwater Right No. 5797-A and walks us through how this water right, currently for sale on Western Water Market, has the potential to fundamentally change the way we buy and sell water rights in the West.  Learn specifically how this water right listing is decreasing transaction costs, reaching potential buyers, increasing confidence and certainty, and accepting offers like never before.

FULL SHOW NOTES

https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/07

RESOURCES

LET'S CONNECT

]]> Western Water Market is again breaking the mold, pushing the envelope, and bringing us one step closer to a more open and efficient market in the West.  Join host Kristina Ribellia as she lifts the hood on Odessa Groundwater Right No. 5797-A and walks us through how this water right, currently for sale on Western Water Market, has the potential to fundamentally change the way we buy and sell water rights in the West.  Learn specifically how this water right listing is decreasing transaction costs, reaching potential buyers, increasing confidence and certainty, and accepting offers like never before.

FULL SHOW NOTES

https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/07

RESOURCES

LET'S CONNECT

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-9285247 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 22:00:00 -0700 928 full false 6: Invaluable insights from developer turned Kittitas County water banker, David Gleason 6: Invaluable insights from developer turned Kittitas County water banker, David Gleason Could you imagine buying property, then being told you can’t build on it -- because you don't have a water right.  That was the frustrating reality for David Gleason, developer turned water banker and others in Kittitas County just over 10 years ago.  In this exclusive interview, David shares his invaluable insights on the Kittitas County mitigation market, including pricing information, managing expectations, and how his water bank, SwiftWater Ranch, LLC Water Bank, is keeping competitive in the evolving market.  Whether you’re looking to buy property and build in Kittitas County or the greater West, this is one you don’t want to miss. 

FULL SHOW NOTES

https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/06

RESOURCES

LET'S CONNECT

]]> Could you imagine buying property, then being told you can’t build on it -- because you don't have a water right.  That was the frustrating reality for David Gleason, developer turned water banker and others in Kittitas County just over 10 years ago.  In this exclusive interview, David shares his invaluable insights on the Kittitas County mitigation market, including pricing information, managing expectations, and how his water bank, SwiftWater Ranch, LLC Water Bank, is keeping competitive in the evolving market.  Whether you’re looking to buy property and build in Kittitas County or the greater West, this is one you don’t want to miss. 

FULL SHOW NOTES

https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/06

RESOURCES

LET'S CONNECT

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-9263127 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0700 1167 water rights, developer, water bank, water banker, building full false 5: How to protect your water rights from relinquishment with Dan Haller 5: How to protect your water rights from relinquishment with Dan Haller Did you know water rights can be lost, also known as forfeited or relinquished, wholly or in part for non-use and or misuse?  It’s a true story and quite possibly the most important thing you want to know and understand as a water right holder or someone interested in buying property with water rights.  Join Dan Haller with Aspect Consulting as he breaks down “use it or lose it,” a fundamental tenet of Western water law, including why it exists and what you need to know and do to protect your water rights and future assets. 

Please note, while this discussion is focussed on Washington, the “relinquishment clock” and exemptions vary from state to state and even basin to basin in some cases.  To better understand your local laws, policies, and regulations, we highly recommend working with a water right professional in your state. 

[01:00] - About Dan Haller
[04:16] - What is water right relinquishment — "use it or lose it"
[07:04] - How water rights can become relinquished
[09:10]- Exemptions to relinquishment in Washington
[13:58] - Two key things you should know and do to protect your water rights from relinquishment
[16:21] - Multiple lines of evidence and important records to keep
[19:18] - Buyer due diligence
[19:50] - Two common reasons water rights are relinquished and how to avoid it
[25:26] - Making changes to this fundamental principle of Western water law
[28:06] - Two key things to remember

FULL SHOW NOTES
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/05

RESOURCES


LET'S CONNECT

]]> Did you know water rights can be lost, also known as forfeited or relinquished, wholly or in part for non-use and or misuse?  It’s a true story and quite possibly the most important thing you want to know and understand as a water right holder or someone interested in buying property with water rights.  Join Dan Haller with Aspect Consulting as he breaks down “use it or lose it,” a fundamental tenet of Western water law, including why it exists and what you need to know and do to protect your water rights and future assets. 

Please note, while this discussion is focussed on Washington, the “relinquishment clock” and exemptions vary from state to state and even basin to basin in some cases.  To better understand your local laws, policies, and regulations, we highly recommend working with a water right professional in your state. 

[01:00] - About Dan Haller
[04:16] - What is water right relinquishment — "use it or lose it"
[07:04] - How water rights can become relinquished
[09:10]- Exemptions to relinquishment in Washington
[13:58] - Two key things you should know and do to protect your water rights from relinquishment
[16:21] - Multiple lines of evidence and important records to keep
[19:18] - Buyer due diligence
[19:50] - Two common reasons water rights are relinquished and how to avoid it
[25:26] - Making changes to this fundamental principle of Western water law
[28:06] - Two key things to remember

FULL SHOW NOTES
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/05

RESOURCES


LET'S CONNECT

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-9008952 Tue, 10 Aug 2021 17:00:00 -0700 1796 full false 4: The Montana water market with Chris Carparelli 4: The Montana water market with Chris Carparelli Chris Carparelli, Montana water rights specialist and real estate advisor provides an invaluable intro to the emerging water market in Montana, beginning with HydroSolutions’ motivation for bringing Western Water Market to the great state.  From market drivers and hotspots to water right attributes, buyer/seller representation, and pricing considerations — this is one you don’t want to miss.  Tune in, get savvy and protect your interests in Montana and beyond.

[01:07] - About Chris Carparelli
[02:22] - Bringing Western Water Market to Montana
[05:30] - Centennial Livestock: “True pioneers” of Montana’s water market
[08:22] - Montana water market drivers and hotspots
[14:18] - Instream flow buyers in Montana
[15:00] - Water right buyer/seller representation
[19:12] - Water right pricing and valuation considerations
[27:00] - Water right due diligence 
[33:51] - Closing: “Protect your interests, do your research…”

RESOURCES


LET'S CONNECT

]]> Chris Carparelli, Montana water rights specialist and real estate advisor provides an invaluable intro to the emerging water market in Montana, beginning with HydroSolutions’ motivation for bringing Western Water Market to the great state.  From market drivers and hotspots to water right attributes, buyer/seller representation, and pricing considerations — this is one you don’t want to miss.  Tune in, get savvy and protect your interests in Montana and beyond.

[01:07] - About Chris Carparelli
[02:22] - Bringing Western Water Market to Montana
[05:30] - Centennial Livestock: “True pioneers” of Montana’s water market
[08:22] - Montana water market drivers and hotspots
[14:18] - Instream flow buyers in Montana
[15:00] - Water right buyer/seller representation
[19:12] - Water right pricing and valuation considerations
[27:00] - Water right due diligence 
[33:51] - Closing: “Protect your interests, do your research…”

RESOURCES


LET'S CONNECT

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-8867346 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 22:00:00 -0700 2198 Water rights, Ranching, Montana, Real Estate, Irrigating 4 full false 3: Drought management tools and market solutions for unprecedented times with Kate Fitzpatrick 3: Drought management tools and market solutions for unprecedented times with Kate Fitzpatrick Drought in the West has gone from bad to the worst.  While conservation and market reallocation of water rights aren't a panacea, they are two of the most valuable tools we have to make the most of our limited water supplies – and the Deschutes Basin is taking full advantage of them. 

In our third episode of the Western Water Market Podcast, Kate Fitzpatrick with the Deschutes River Conservancy unpacks Central Oregon’s drought situation, including efforts to prepare for and respond to unprecedented years like this. 

This isn’t just a model for the West – it’s a call to action.  If you can forgo irrigating with your water rights or irrigation district shares, there is a good chance someone is in need and will be interested in leasing them.  Tune in and learn more.  We’re here to help.

[01:16] - About Kate Fitzpatrick and the Deschutes River Conservancy 
[04:13] - About the Deschutes River Basin
[08:47] - This year’s drought situation and relief in Central Oregon
[17:01] - Preparing for and responding to drought: conservation and water marketing
[40:07] - “If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it. If you can’t manage it, you can’t fix it.”
[42:05] - Three think Central Oregon irrigators should know and consider
[47:31] - Kate’s recommendations for the Klamath Basin and the greater West

RESOURCES

LET'S CONNECT

]]> Drought in the West has gone from bad to the worst.  While conservation and market reallocation of water rights aren't a panacea, they are two of the most valuable tools we have to make the most of our limited water supplies – and the Deschutes Basin is taking full advantage of them. 

In our third episode of the Western Water Market Podcast, Kate Fitzpatrick with the Deschutes River Conservancy unpacks Central Oregon’s drought situation, including efforts to prepare for and respond to unprecedented years like this. 

This isn’t just a model for the West – it’s a call to action.  If you can forgo irrigating with your water rights or irrigation district shares, there is a good chance someone is in need and will be interested in leasing them.  Tune in and learn more.  We’re here to help.

[01:16] - About Kate Fitzpatrick and the Deschutes River Conservancy 
[04:13] - About the Deschutes River Basin
[08:47] - This year’s drought situation and relief in Central Oregon
[17:01] - Preparing for and responding to drought: conservation and water marketing
[40:07] - “If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it. If you can’t manage it, you can’t fix it.”
[42:05] - Three think Central Oregon irrigators should know and consider
[47:31] - Kate’s recommendations for the Klamath Basin and the greater West

RESOURCES

LET'S CONNECT

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-8797495 Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:00:00 -0700 3140 irrigation, water market, water marketing, water rights, water in the west, buying water rights, selling water rights 3 full false 2: Intro to buying and selling water rights with Jamie Morin 2: Intro to buying and selling water rights with Jamie Morin Water rights attorney Jamie Morin with Confluence Law, based in Washington state, gives us an intro to buying and selling water rights and buying and selling property with water rights, including key considerations, from explicitly retaining your water rights before a property sale to relinquishment concerns and more. This is one you don't want to miss.

[3:03] - What is a water right?
[5:19] - Who owns the actual water?
[6:13] - Limits and attributes of a water right
[7:30] - How do I know if I have a water right?
[7:55] - Different forms of water rights
[8:15] - How does someone know if they need a water right?
[9:01] - Is the state still issuing water rights?
[10:47] - Selling a water right (the transaction)
[12:21] - Reserving water rights before selling property
[13:54] - Who is buying water rights?
[17:00] - Buying a water right and making a change to a water right
[24:20] - Buying property with water rights - what to be aware of
[32:38] - Emerging activities in Washington

Please note, water rights are complex and nothing in this episode is meant to be considered legal advice.  To get the support that you need, visit westernwatermarket.com to search and work with a water right professional in your state.

RESOURCES:

Work with Jamie Morin:
https://www.confluencelaw.com/

Washington Water Rights Map Search:
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Water-rights-search

Washington State Trust Water Rights Program:
https://ecology.wa.gov/Water-Shorelines/Water-supply/Water-rights/Trust-water-rights

Water right buyers on Western Water Market:
https://app.westernwatermarket.com/?category=water-right-buyers

Work with a water right professional in your state:
https://app.westernwatermarket.com/?category=water-right-professionals

SUBSCRIBE (and never miss a market update):
https://westernwatermarket.com/subscribe

LET'S CONNECT:

Contact Jamie Morin:
https://www.confluencelaw.com/

Contact Kristina:
https://westernwatermarket.com/contact

Kristina on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-ribellia

Western Water Market on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/western-water-market

Western Water Market on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/westernwatermarket

Western Water Market on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGru9sk3gqoAqtCci2F3A_A

]]> Water rights attorney Jamie Morin with Confluence Law, based in Washington state, gives us an intro to buying and selling water rights and buying and selling property with water rights, including key considerations, from explicitly retaining your water rights before a property sale to relinquishment concerns and more. This is one you don't want to miss.

[3:03] - What is a water right?
[5:19] - Who owns the actual water?
[6:13] - Limits and attributes of a water right
[7:30] - How do I know if I have a water right?
[7:55] - Different forms of water rights
[8:15] - How does someone know if they need a water right?
[9:01] - Is the state still issuing water rights?
[10:47] - Selling a water right (the transaction)
[12:21] - Reserving water rights before selling property
[13:54] - Who is buying water rights?
[17:00] - Buying a water right and making a change to a water right
[24:20] - Buying property with water rights - what to be aware of
[32:38] - Emerging activities in Washington

Please note, water rights are complex and nothing in this episode is meant to be considered legal advice.  To get the support that you need, visit westernwatermarket.com to search and work with a water right professional in your state.

RESOURCES:

Work with Jamie Morin:
https://www.confluencelaw.com/

Washington Water Rights Map Search:
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Water-rights-search

Washington State Trust Water Rights Program:
https://ecology.wa.gov/Water-Shorelines/Water-supply/Water-rights/Trust-water-rights

Water right buyers on Western Water Market:
https://app.westernwatermarket.com/?category=water-right-buyers

Work with a water right professional in your state:
https://app.westernwatermarket.com/?category=water-right-professionals

SUBSCRIBE (and never miss a market update):
https://westernwatermarket.com/subscribe

LET'S CONNECT:

Contact Jamie Morin:
https://www.confluencelaw.com/

Contact Kristina:
https://westernwatermarket.com/contact

Kristina on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-ribellia

Western Water Market on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/western-water-market

Western Water Market on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/westernwatermarket

Western Water Market on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGru9sk3gqoAqtCci2F3A_A

]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-8746397 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0700 2332 irrigation, water market, water marketing, water rights, water in the west, buying water rights, selling water rights 2 full false 1: Why I launched Western Water Market 1: Why I launched Western Water Market Kristina Ribellia, founder of Western Water Market and host of the Western Water Market Podcast shares two key insights as a former water right buyer in Washington state that led her to launch WesternWaterMarket.com, "The place to buy, sell and lease water in the West" in early 2020.

[0:36] - Laying the foundation; background on Kristina
[2:19] - First insight
[4:11] - Second insight
[5:06] - Why I wasn’t comfortable with increasing regulation
[7:12] - What I thought we needed instead
[7:56] - Launching Western Water Market

SHOW NOTES:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/01

RESOURCES:

Western Water Market:
https://westernwatermarket.com/

Work with a water right professional in your state:
https://app.westernwatermarket.com/?category=water-right-professionals

"Wall Street spends millions to buy up Washington state water":
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/environment/wall-street-spends-millions-to-buy-up-washington-state-water/

SUBSCRIBE (and never miss a market update):
https://westernwatermarket.com/subscribe

LET'S CONNECT:

Contact Kristina:
https://westernwatermarket.com/contact

Kristina on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-ribellia

Western Water Market on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/western-water-market

Western Water Market on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/westernwatermarket

Western Water Market on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGru9sk3gqoAqtCci2F3A_A



]]> Kristina Ribellia, founder of Western Water Market and host of the Western Water Market Podcast shares two key insights as a former water right buyer in Washington state that led her to launch WesternWaterMarket.com, "The place to buy, sell and lease water in the West" in early 2020.

[0:36] - Laying the foundation; background on Kristina
[2:19] - First insight
[4:11] - Second insight
[5:06] - Why I wasn’t comfortable with increasing regulation
[7:12] - What I thought we needed instead
[7:56] - Launching Western Water Market

SHOW NOTES:
https://westernwatermarket.com/podcast-episode/01

RESOURCES:

Western Water Market:
https://westernwatermarket.com/

Work with a water right professional in your state:
https://app.westernwatermarket.com/?category=water-right-professionals

"Wall Street spends millions to buy up Washington state water":
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/environment/wall-street-spends-millions-to-buy-up-washington-state-water/

SUBSCRIBE (and never miss a market update):
https://westernwatermarket.com/subscribe

LET'S CONNECT:

Contact Kristina:
https://westernwatermarket.com/contact

Kristina on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-ribellia

Western Water Market on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/western-water-market

Western Water Market on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/westernwatermarket

Western Water Market on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGru9sk3gqoAqtCci2F3A_A



]]> Kristina Ribellia Buzzsprout-8690912 Sat, 12 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0700 614 water market, water marketing, water rights, water in the west, buying water rights, selling water rights 1 full false