AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoOilfield Pollution: A report from southern New Mexico describes suspected dumping of toxic oilfield wastewater near the Black River, where produced water can contain petroleum chemicals, high salt levels and radioactive material. Flood Aftermath: September’s floods compounded drought and disease losses for Hatch chile growers and devastated pecan crops near Rincon. The state has extended tax deadlines for flood-affected residents and businesses. Water Supply: Rio Grande flows in New Mexico were about 31% of median levels this water year, with more than 112 miles of riverbed drying this summer; state officials warn that recent rains haven’t eased long-term concerns. Methane Rules: The EPA plans to loosen oil-and-gas methane safeguards, an announcement made in Santa Fe as reports point to rising pipeline incidents in New Mexico. Data Center Debate: A proposed Hachita data center would use natural-gas generators, while residents across New Mexico are raising concerns about data centers’ demands on water and power.
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