2023 Themes: Ingenuity

Inspiring Ingenuity

Death Valley National Park is a unique and fascinating place that has inspired great ingenuity. Death Valley National Park has demonstrated great creativity in managing and preserving its unique natural and cultural resources. Here are a few examples:
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WATER
CONSERVATION

 Death Valley is one of the driest places on earth, with an average annual rainfall of fewer than two inches. Despite this, the park has found innovative ways to conserve and manage its water resources, such as using solar-powered pumps to move water between different areas of the park.

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SUSTAINABLE
TOURISM

 Death Valley is one of the driest places on earth, with an average annual rainfall of fewer than two inches. Despite this, the park has found innovative ways to conserve and manage its water resources, such as using solar-powered pumps to move water between different areas of the park.

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HISTORIC
PRESERVATION

Death Valley has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The park has worked to preserve this history by restoring historic buildings, mining sites, and other cultural resources.

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WILDLIFE
MANAGEMENT

Death Valley is home to various plant and animal species despite its harsh environment. The park has implemented innovative wildlife management strategies, such as using GPS tracking to monitor the movements of bighorn sheep.

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SOLAR
ENERGY

Death Valley receives plenty of sunlight year-round due to its location in the desert. The park has harnessed this energy by installing solar panels to many power buildings and facilities throughout the park.