A discussion on unconventional water sources with Dr. Bruce Thomson, a UNM professor who teaches a wide range of environmental engineering courses. Bruce discussed issues related to the quality of water New Mexico is using and considering for future use and whether any of these unconventional water sources are viable and sustainable.
The Interstate Stream Commission’s proposed rule to implement New Mexico’s Water Security Planning Act overreaches its legal bounds and undermines regional authority. This article exposes the rule’s structural flaws—and offers a better path forward: pause rulemaking, empower local councils, and restore lawful, science-based water planning across the state.