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Even without climate change, pumping more water than the amount refilling the aquifers is not sustainable. I understand why dry climates with artificial irriga
by athenot 5y ago
Even without climate change, pumping more water than the amount refilling the aquifers is not sustainable.
I understand why dry climates with artificial irrigation produce the best outcomes for many types of crops. But that's just not sustainable.
- fullstop 5y agoIt's even more complicated as aquifers cross state lines and you can end up with situations where one state has 10% of the aquifer but can draw more than 10% of the water.
- toomuchtodo 5y agoThere are more water rights than water left.
- throwaway894345 5y agoAgreed. It's infuriating that states can be so irresponsible with their water policy, leaving such a horrible legacy to the next generation.