Promoting A Sustainable Shared Water Future In New Mexico
The State of Water in New Mexico
Scientific models project
Less Water
In New Mexico in the decades ahead.
Learn more in this Leap Ahead Analysis video featuring Dr. Fred Phillips at New Mexico Tech.
The State of Water in New Mexico
96.6% of our rain and snowfall returns to the atmosphere
This happens through evapotranspiration.
Learn more in this Leap Ahead Analysis video featuring Dr. Dave DuBois.
Featured Report
Leap Ahead ReportThis report details how climate change and water resources may vary in New Mexico over the next 50 years.
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Regional Water Planning Reports And References
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New Mexico Water Stories:
FROM CRISIS TO CONSERVATION: Lessons Learned in Santa Fe When the Wells (Almost) Ran Dry
During the spring of 2002, Santa Fe faced a mounting crisis. After decades of groundwater overuse and years of intense…
To Solve the Problem, Understand the Equation
Aron Balok and the Roswell Artesian Basin When he gets behind the wheel, the dusty flatlands of Eastern New Mexico…
‘WALKING WATER DROPS’: An Interview with Phoebe Suina
The Role of Science, Culture, and Community in Stemming New Mexico’s Water Crisis Like any passionate scientist, water engineer Phoebe…
Tumble Dry on High: A Primer on ‘Aridification’ in New Mexico
It’s 7:30am, and you just realized you forgot to move that load of damp laundry from the washing machine to…
Understanding Groundwater
Geology, data, and planning for the future of New Mexico’s groundwater We’ve covered some of the context of the current…
Why Boundaries Matter
Boundaries are important — especially when it comes to New Mexico’s water. Water is the lifeblood of New Mexico’s communities…