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  Managing and protecting our water resources is one of the most critical issues facing Texas today. As our population increases, human demands for water will grow. But we still need to ensure that there is adequate water for agriculture, industry and the environment. Decisions made now will have far reaching consequences for the livelihood of our state.
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In the News...

  Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 3/8: Lubbock's conservation efforts don't wash, groups say

  Associated Press, 3/8: Texas can save water with new toilets, other steps




What's Happening Now

Drop By Drop: A new report from the National Wildlife Federation and the Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club looks at water conservation in 19 cities around Texas. To be released March 8th.   Learn more..



Sunset Review of TWDB & TCEQ

The Sunset Advisory Commission will review the Texas Water Development Board and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in 2011. The Texas Living Waters Projects has developed an initial list of priority issues to inform the review process.

Take a Look...

Special Topic: Interconnectivity of Groundwater and Surface Water Resources

Energy-Water Nexus in Texas Decisions on supplying energy and water should not be made in isolation

Desalination: Is It Worth Its Salt? The pros and cons of water desalination

NEW James River Report, part of the South Llano River Project

Landowner's Guide to Springs

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Water 2010 Conference



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