Conservation News
New court filings shed light on growing concerns over Brazos County groundwater
Corpus Christi pushes new water projects as reservoirs drop | The Texas Tribune
The coastal city also has been trying for years to develop a seawater desalination plant, but its efforts have lagged as big, thirsty industries continue to locate nearby and a five-year drought pers…
Source: Corpus Christi pushes new water projects as reservoirs drop | The Texas Tribune
Texas’ economy stands to lose billions of dollars without investments into its water infrastructure | TPR
Non-profit, public policy organizations including Texas 2036 and the Texas Water Association have made water infrastructure one of their priorities this legislative session.
East Texas lawmaker’s bill aims to boost water conservation efforts
“What we have to be on guard for here in East Texas is the rest of the state wanting our water,” Rep. Cody Harris said.
Source: East Texas lawmaker’s bill aims to boost water conservation efforts (KLTV)
CC Water looks into additional water sources for region
Since implementing Stage 3 Water Restrictions nearly one month ago, the City of Corpus Christi has continued searching for additional water sources for customers in the meantime.
Source: CC Water looks into additional water sources for region (kristv.com)
Water scarcity a risk for 27M Americans — USGS – E&E News by POLITICO
The agency released a first-of-its-kind study on whether there is enough water to power the U.S. economy.
Source: Water scarcity a risk for 27M Americans — USGS – E&E News by POLITICO
Texas regulators overhaul oilfield waste rule | The Texas Tribune
The new rule modernizes some aspects of commercial oilfield waste disposal and recycling. But rules for burying oilfield waste on private property remain limited.
Source: Texas regulators overhaul oilfield waste rule | The Texas Tribune