This was an important presentation and discussion on the ongoing aridification of New Mexico caused by higher temperatures. David Gutzler and David DuBois presented how and why New Mexico is drying, what we can expect, and the certainty of the science. The science of global warming impacts on New Mexico’s climate will guide us in how we manage and protect our scarce and life-sustaining water supplies.
New Mexico’s drought is evolving into long-term aridification and desertification, putting farms, cities, and water resources at growing risk. Immediate action in water management and regional cooperation is essential to protect agriculture, communities, and the state’s future.