A committee of experts from the U.S. and Mexico will plan and conduct a binational workshop on May 2-4 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, aimed at advancing sustainability science in the shared drylands region. The workshop will highlight existing sustainability research in the region and identify opportunities to address gaps in research through use-inspired research initiatives. This project is a collaboration between the US National Academy of Sciences and the Mexican Academy of Sciences, Academy of Engineering, and National Academy of Medicine. The sponsors of the workshop will bring together academics, policymakers and practitioners in the region for an interactive discussion to explore several topics.
This conference takes place on May 17 and will feature presentations on water & environmental challenges facing the state of New Mexico by former senior state and federal managers. Speakers will address important water developments in the state including new administration at the City of Albuquerque, major shifts in federal policies & implementation, evolution of legal issues, especially interstate lawsuits, and financial challenges for the States’ agencies and programs.
ACE18 is connecting the water sector with innovative solutions and new insights to help solve the global water challenges. Taking place on June 11-14 in Las Vegas, the AWWA will be co-partnering with the California/Nevada Section to produce a conference where hundreds of water industry thought leaders will provide guidance on the future of water in the region.