Sonoran Desert Biosphere Region
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

The SDBR CEDS is a collaborative regional planning initiative that lays out a cohesive vision for economic growth, resilience, and prosperity across the Sonoran Desert Biosphere Region. This strategy brings together public, private, and community stakeholders to assess strengths, identify opportunities, and guide sustainable development over the coming years (2024–2029).

Project Overview

This draft Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) serves as a roadmap for fostering economic diversification, boosting regional competitiveness, and improving quality of life throughout the Sonoran Desert Biosphere Region. It is designed to help local leaders and partners align resources, attract investment, and implement actionable strategies tailored to the region’s unique assets and challenges.

Key Features

• Regional Vision & Goals: Establishes a coordinated framework that guides long-term economic growth and resiliency across diverse communities.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Unites public agencies, private sector partners, community groups, and residents to prioritize shared economic objectives.

• Data-Driven Analysis: Includes a detailed assessment of regional economic conditions, opportunities, and vulnerabilities to ensure informed decision-making.

• Actionable Strategy: Recommends actionable initiatives that support job creation, business attraction and retention, infrastructure investment, and workforce development.

• Sustainable Growth Focus: Promotes economic resilience that aligns with the region’s environmental context and long-term community wellbeing.