This was a second discussion with Bruce Thomson on New Mexico’s water resources. Back In May, Bruce discussed unconventional sources of water and their (un)sustainability. This August conversation focused on the conventional sources of water in New Mexico, how we use them, and how we can manage them for long-term sustainability
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.