Join us to see groundwater in a different light. New Mexicans depend more on groundwater than residents of any other state. Despite groundwater’s importance to New Mexico’s economy, communities, agriculture, and ecosystems, proactive management of groundwater in the state is the exception, rather than the rule. Learn why and how we must be more proactive and maintain and manage our aquifers and groundwater for sustained use, and learn about how groundwater management is evolving across the West. Bring any and all questions about groundwater, and let’s have a lively discussion about this hidden and “magical” resource.
New Mexico’s groundwater — vital for drinking water, rural communities, and agriculture — is under stress from oversupply and climate impacts. Key facts from the Top 5 things you should know about New Mexico’s Groundwater article include groundwater’s role as a lifeline, the need for better data and metering, the urgency for sustainable management, the […]