Kyle is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. But with extreme heat and limited water supplies, that isn’t necessarily a good thing.
Source: This Texas City Is Too Hot, Short on Water—and Booming (WSJ)
Author: Alan Day
Harmon tells federal officials about the RGV’s ‘sustained water crisis’ – Rio Grande Guardian
Craig Harmon, general manager of Cameron County Irrigation District No. 2, gave a powerful presentation on the Rio Grande Valley’s current drought when he met with federal officials.
Source: Harmon tells federal officials about the RGV’s ‘sustained water crisis’ – Rio Grande Guardian
NASA Image Shows Texas Reservoir Water Level After Record Low – Newsweek
The Amistad reservoir between Texas and Mexico saw its water levels drop to a record low of 1,047.15 feet above sea level on July 17.
Source: NASA Image Shows Texas Reservoir Water Level After Record Low – Newsweek
The Rio Grande Valley’s Water a Sobering Picture – Texas Border Business
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González The Rio Grande Valley is currently experiencing a severe water crisis, which has been exacerbated by rapid population growth, extreme weather events, and the complexities of international water agreements. On August 20, 2024, Pharr, Texas, hosted the Deep South Texas State of Water Symposium, a crucial event aimed…
Source: The Rio Grande Valley’s Water a Sobering Picture – Texas Border Business
There are more benefits to hard water than you thought
AUSTIN (KXAN) — National Water Quality Awareness Month is a time to take a moment and learn all the misconceptions about hard water and the importance of safeguarding water resources.
Source: There are more benefits to hard water than you thought (KXAN)
OPINION: A zombie well apocalypse is coming for the Permian Basin. Texas regulators are not keeping up.
Scientists warn much America’s groundwater could dry up by 2050
A new study has found that Americans could soon lose much of its groundwater for drinking and irrigation due to the nation withdrawing water faster than it can be replenished.
Source: Scientists warn much America’s groundwater could dry up by 2050
Hydrogen Hubs Threaten to Drain West Texas of Water
ELDORADO, TX — The latest buzz among urban economic developers in West Texas revolves around “Hydrogen Hubs,” where hydrogen can be extracted from groundwater and converted into energy. The technology promises significant potential, and the federal government is preparing to award billions of dollars in competitive grants to finance its development.
“We are a region; if we don’t come together, we will fall together,” Rep. Canales warned – Texas Border Business
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González PHARR, Texas – Water—this seemingly abundant yet profoundly precious resource—is increasingly becoming a dire concern in the Rio Grande Valley. For years, many have taken the availability of water for granted, turning on taps and wasting it without a second thought. The reality, however, is starkly different. As droughts…