Water Planning in the Paso del Norte:
Toward Regional Coordination

See the press release for the report.

The report is the first publication of the Task Force and is the result of the Task Force's Project I. Project I was outlined by the Task Force in the workplan in October 1999.

Abstract:
Possibly for the first time, this report brings together in a single document basic background information regarding population, land use, water supply, water demand, and the institutional context of water management and planning in the Paso del Norte. The report also compares current practices by water planning agencies through an analysis of the following parameters in their water plans: planning horizon, plan updates, population projections, projections of water supply and demand, projections of land use trends, public involvement in water planning, and proposals for action. It is intended to serve as a resource that will support continued dialogue regarding cooperative actions across international, state, and municipal boundaries to achieve more sustainable water management and use in the Paso del Norte.