Learn from NM watershed advocates how riparian, wetland and upland forest/landscape restoration improve overall watershed function. Natural water shortage is an indicators of overall watershed functionality with important implications for human water use. In our time of increasing aridification watershed restoration is a key element in statewide water management and use. Healthy watersheds are critical not only for clean water for human consumption but also provide essential habitat for wildlife by creating a diverse ecosystem.
A permit application by Niagara Bottling, the Village of Los Lunas, and PNM to move old PNM water rights to Village wells for use at Niagara’s bottling plant faces strong legal objections. I formally protested this application to the State Engineer because it would do public harm. It would worsen the Middle Rio Grande’s Compact […]