Rachel von Gnechten

Rachel von Gnechten is a Water Resources Planning Analyst II at Central Arizona Project since January 2023, previously serving as a Water Resources Engineer at Arizona Department of Water Resources within the Colorado River Management Section. Rachel has a background as a Research Analyst at the International Water Management Institute and gained research experience as a Graduate Research Assistant under Dr. Megan Konar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, focusing on water, food, and policy issues. Rachel’s educational credentials include a Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering and Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. Notable early experiences include internships and research positions that explored climate change impacts, water quality analysis, and teaching, further demonstrating a strong foundation in water resources management and engineering.