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18 March 2026 / Article
The American Southwest has entered another consequential year in a long-running water crisis reshaping the regional economy. Federal guidelines that govern Lake Powell and Lake Mead are set to expire at the end of 2026, pitting deteriorating water supplies against an urgent need for policy action. This article discusses the reality of water supply constraints and the business risks in the Southwest.
The American Southwest has entered another consequential year in a long-running water crisis reshaping the regional economy. Federal guidelines that govern Lake Powell and Lake Mead are set to expire at the end of 2026, pitting deteriorating water supplies against an urgent need for policy action. This article discusses the reality of water supply constraints and the business risks in the Southwest.
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