The Impact of Climate Change on New Mexico's Water Supply and Ability to Manage Water Resources

The intent of this report is to increase awareness of, and support for, the integration of climate change into existing water management planning efforts and operations. This report reviews the climate science and related impacts on New Mexico's water resources; provides adaptive management strategies for sustainable use of current water supplies; and offers information on integrating effects of climate change into water operations and management planning.

Publication Date: July 2006

Author or Affiliated User:

• John. R. D'Antonio

Related Organizations:

• New Mexico Office of the State Engineer and Interstate Stream Commission

Sectors:

• Water resources
• Agriculture and food
• Energy

Resource Category:

• Planning

Resource Types:

• Assessment

States Affected:

• New Mexico

Impacts:

• Air temperature
• Drought
• Flooding
• Water quality
• Water supply

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