Join us for “New Mexico Rural Water Perspectives,” a workshop featuring three experts on rural water challenges. The 2022 NM Water Policy Task Force Report highlights critical recommendations to address the safety and security of drinking water supplies and the proper operation of wastewater systems in rural New Mexico. Our panelists will provide insights into how the state and others are responding to these challenges and what actions are needed to ensure a sustainable drinking water supply for rural New Mexicans.
New Mexico, the state with the least surface water, is facing a worsening water crisis. Since 1985, 25% of the Rio Grande’s water has been lost; experts predict similar lor greater losses in surface and groundwater by 2070. Rising temperatures intensify soil aridity, evaporation, and plant transpiration, further reducing water availability. Meanwhile, agricultural demands, industrial […]