The objectives of the Powell Consortium are to organize and conduct scientific studies and outreach programs on water and other natural resources issues important to the region; conduct interdisciplinary research and development for government agencies, public and private foundations and other entities both corporate and individual; provide a visible and accessible interface among water scholars from universities and western water resource managers, planners and government officials; and disseminate and exchange scientific knowledge and information through technical reports, journal publications, symposia, workshops, short courses, and scientific meetings.