Texas Water Development Board Outlines Strategic Plan to Secure Future Water Supply
· Texas Border Business
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has outlined a strategic plan to secure the state's water supply amid anticipated population growth and severe drought conditions. The plan forecasts a 53% population increase by 2080, while existing water supplies are expected to decline by 10%. Municipal water demand is projected to rise by 48%, making it the largest category by then. The TWDB recommends over 10,000 projects, with an estimated cost of $174 billion. Key strategies include conservation, reuse, and major reservoir projects to address future water needs effectively.
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