New Mexico's 50-year Water Action Plan reflects a truth that many regions are facing: groundwater is finite, and the path forward requires innovation, conservation, and collaboration. Implementing solutions that identify leaks and reduce water loss are vital pieces to the success of the plan. Check out this interview hosted by Paul Gagliardo, MPH, P.E. with Jonas Armstrong where they discuss the challenges faced by many communities across the state and how policy, technology, and investment will come together to secure a more water resilient future. 👇👇👇 New Mexico Environment Department | The Water Entrepreneur Podcast #IntelligenceToAct #NewMexicoWater #WaterAction #SatelliteTechnology
Water is Life in New Mexico 🌵 In a recent interview sponsored by ASTERRA, Paul Gagliardo, MPH, P.E. sat down with Jonas Armstrong, Director of the Water Protection Division at the New Mexico Environment Department, to talk about the state’s water challenges and future vision. Jonas shared how New Mexico depends heavily on groundwater resources, with surface water—largely tied to the Colorado River Basin—supplementing major cities like Santa Fe and Albuquerque. But supply and quality issues are pressing, especially as communities in eastern New Mexico face the decline of the Ogallala Aquifer. To address this, the state has developed a 50-Year Water Action Plan built on three pillars: 💧 Conservation – from fixing leaks to advancing water reuse policies 💧 Supply – investing in brackish water and innovative technologies 💧 Protection – safeguarding surface and groundwater for the long-term With nearly $400 million appropriated for water infrastructure and conservation, plus new funding to support innovation, New Mexico is taking bold steps to secure its water future. As Jonas put it best: “La vida: water is life. Without it, there is no economic activity.” 🌎 A powerful reminder that protecting water isn’t just about the environment—it’s about the future of communities and economies. #ASTERRA #Water #Infrastructure #Innovation #Sustainability #NewMexico #WaterIsLife