ASCE has honored Enrique R. Vivoni, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, with the 2025 Arid Lands Hydraulic Engineering Award for his pioneering work on the integration of land surface models, sensor networks, and remote sensing to study coupled processes during the North American monsoon in the arid southwest.
Vivoni has transformed the way we understand and manage water in dry regions. As director of the Hydrologic Innovations Center at Arizona State University, he leads groundbreaking research to address critical challenges in arid and semi-arid landscapes. Vivoni is known for creating innovative tools, like advanced hydrologic models that predict how water moves through landscapes, helping communities and policymakers make smarter water management decisions. His work with the North American monsoon has revealed how rainfall patterns affect ecosystems and water supplies across the U.S.-Mexico border.
What sets him apart is his dedication to collaboration. Through hands-on workshops, he brings together scientists, students, and local stakeholders to tackle tough questions about water use, including in the Colorado River Basin. His efforts have shaped how we plan for water in a changing world. Vivoni’s work is used by experts worldwide to improve water management and protect vital resources.
The Arid Land Hydraulic Engineering Award is given in recognition of original contributions in hydraulics, hydrology including climatology, planning, irrigation and drainage, hydroelectric power development, and navigation specifically applicable to arid or semi-arid climates, or contributions to the understanding and development of new technology in river basins.
