Greeley, Colorado, is located on the high plains in northern Colorado approximately 49 miles north/northeast of Denver. The population of Greeley in 2021 was 109,323 people. Like the other partner communities, Greeley is experiencing high rates of population growth, with up to 311,000 people projected to reside in Greeley by 2070 under a high population growth scenario. Annual water demand in Greeley is projected to increase significantly in the future (up to 70,000 AF by 2070, an increase of approximately 40,000 AF from 2021 water demand). During peak irrigation season from June through September, outdoor water use makes up approximately 70% of total use. To conserve water, replacing non-essential turf with more water efficient landscaping is a critical solution to the city’s water challenges.