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SUMMARY:The Importance of Tributaries: Pecos River and Goodenough Springs
DESCRIPTION:Water systems in arid and semi-arid regions depend heavily on tributaries and natural springs that sustain river flow and ecological balance. In the Pecos River New Mexico region\, these water sources play a crucial role in maintaining hydrological stability\, supporting ecosystems\, and sustaining communities that rely on shared water resources. \nUnderstanding how tributaries contribute to river systems is essential for addressing modern water challenges\, especially in areas affected by drought\, climate variability\, and increasing water demand.  \nIn the Pecos River basin\, tributaries and spring systems such as Goodenough Springs help regulate water flow and influence both environmental and human water use across the region and at transboundary scales. \nTo explore these issues\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters will host a Science Talk titled “The Importance of Tributaries: Pecos River and Goodenough Springs.” The event will take place on Thursday\, March 19\, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM CT\, bringing together experts who study hydrology\, river systems\, and watershed management in the southwestern United States. \nExpert Perspectives on Tributaries and River Systems\nThe discussion will feature three speakers with extensive experience in hydrology and watershed science in this region Their work provides valuable insight into how tributaries influence the Pecos River New Mexico system and other interconnected water resources. \nRamon Saiz\, Monitoring and Information Coordinator at Cache Creek Conservancy\, works on watershed monitoring and environmental data management. His work focuses on understanding river systems through long-term data collection and community-based environmental stewardship. \nMauricio Flores\, Hydrologist at the Southwest Research Institute\, specializes in hydrological analysis and water resource systems. His research helps improve the understanding of how rivers\, tributaries\, and groundwater interact within complex watershed environments such as the Pecos River and Goodenough springs. \nRonald Green\, Hydrologist and Independent Consultant\, brings decades of experience in groundwater and spring systems. His expertise includes studying spring-fed systems like Goodenough Springs and evaluating their role in sustaining downstream water flows. \nThe session will be moderated by Raquel Neri Barranco\, Programs Coordinator at the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters. Raquel is a Ph.D. student in environmental engineering focused on water systems\, with experience in data analysis\, modeling\, and interdisciplinary research across academic\, industry\, and nonprofit settings. \nRegister and Join the Conversation\nEvents like this Science Talk help strengthen collaboration between researchers\, practitioners\, and the public interested in water management. By examining tributaries and springs in systems such as the Pecos River and Goodenough Springs the discussion aims to highlight the importance of small water sources in maintaining larger river networks. \nParticipants are invited to join this open conversation and learn from experts working on watershed science and hydrology. \nRegister for the event and be part of the discussion on March 19.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/science-talks-pecos-river-region-tributaries-and-goodenough-springs/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Initatives,Science Talks
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SUMMARY:Coffee Break Recap: Reforming the Mexican National Water Law and Its Impact on Shared Basins
DESCRIPTION:On January 29\, 2026\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters will host a Coffee Break titled “Reform of the Mexican National Water Law and its implications for shared river basins”. The event features three renowned panelists: Patricia Herrera Ascencio\, Director General of the Mexican Institute of Water Technology (IMTA); Mario López\, Water Resources Engineer and Independent Consultant; and Felipe Arreguín Cortés\, researcher at the Institute of Engineering\, UNAM. The conversation will be moderated by Dr. Samuel Sandoval Solís\, Professor at the University of California\, Davis. \nThis timely discussion will be focused on the wide-ranging implications of the recently approved Mexican National Water Law\, particularly in relation to shared river basins between Mexico and the United States. Panelists will cover how the reform marks a turning point in Mexico’s water governance by establishing procedures to guarantee a more transparent\, standardized\, and federally controlled process for water rights allocations. \nThe panel will also explore if the new Mexican National Water Law could enhance binational cooperation. Will this reform imply a clearer legal framework and updated hydrological criteria for water availability and priority\,—especially under international treaties like the 1944 Water Treaty? The extent and scope of the reform could benefit from increased predictability and institutional alignment? and many other related topics will be discussed.  \nThe event is made possible thanks to the support of institutional allies: the Water Resources Research Center (WRRC)\, the Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI)\, the North American Development Bank (NADBank)\, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)\, and California Water Resources Institute. \n\nA full recording of the session will be made available on the Forum’s YouTube channel after the event. This Coffee Break is part of a broader effort by the Forum to promote open dialogue\, scientific collaboration\, and stronger legal foundations for shared water governance.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/mexican-national-water-law-key-impacts-for-shared-rivers/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T173000
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SUMMARY:New Cooperation Mechanisms in the 1944 Water Treaty
DESCRIPTION:The Permanent Forum of Binational Waters invites you to its upcoming Coffee Break titled “Exploring New Mechanisms of Cooperation for the Future of the 1944 US-Mexico Water Treaty”\, taking place on Wednesday\, October 23\, 2025\, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. (Central Time) via Zoom. \n \n  \nThe event will bring together leading experts from both countries to discuss current challenges and opportunities for collaboration under the water treaty that has governed the use and distribution of shared water resources between Mexico and the United States for more than 80 years. \nSpeakers include Mario López Pérez\, Water Resources Engineer and Independent Consultant; Ivonne Cruz\, Researcher at the Center for the United States and Mexico\, Rice University; Gonzalo Hatch Kuri\, Associate Professor at the National School of Earth Sciences\, UNAM; and Irasema Coronado\, Director and Professor at the School of Transborder Studies\, Arizona State University. \nThe session to analyze the 1944 Water Treaty will be moderated by Rosario Sánchez\, Director of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters. \nThe conversation will explore academic\, technical\, and policy perspectives on the future of the Water Treaty\, emphasizing the need for innovative cooperation mechanisms to strengthen binational water management amid challenges such as climate change\, drought\, and population growth along the border. \nParticipation is free and open to the public. \nDownload the event summary in this PDF report at: 1944 Water Treaty brief \n \n 
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/1944-water-treaty-event/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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SUMMARY:Science Talk: Water\, Sanitation\, and Hygiene Access for Unhoused Communities
DESCRIPTION:Access to clean water\, safe sanitation\, and hygiene is not only a matter of dignity—it is also a cornerstone of essential services\, public health rights. Yet unhoused communities across the United States and Mexico face daily\, systemic barriers to meeting these most basic human needs.  \nAs climate change intensifies\, urban inequality deepens\, and housing insecurity increases\, addressing the link between water access and public health becomes more urgent than ever before. \nScience Talk: Water\, Sanitation\, and Hygiene Access for Unhoused Communities to be held on July 24\, from 4:00 to 5:30 Central Time\, will explore how homelessness intersects with public health\, water infrastructure\, and environmental justice.  \nParticipants will gain insights into the structural\, legal\, and health-related challenges that impact unhoused populations\, particularly those along the U.S.–Mexico border. This conversation will also highlight community-based responses and solutions to improve water equity and essential service access. \nThis free\, virtual event will bring together three distinguished experts working at the intersection of homelessness\, environmental justice\, and essential services public health.  \nTheir insights will help reframe how we understand and implement essential services public health strategies for marginalized and vulnerable urban populations\, especially those living without stable shelter or access to basic infrastructure. \nMegan Welsh Carroll\, Professor at San Diego State University\, will explore how policy frameworks that criminalize homelessness and limit access to public facilities and urban infrastructure exacerbate the lack of hygiene\, sanitation\, and water access for unhoused individuals. Her research sheds light on the institutional barriers that reinforce cycles of displacement and exclusion. \nAlhelí Calderón Villareal\, Physician and current Assistant Professor in the Public Health Department at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM)\, will share on-the-ground experiences with communities that have historically been excluded from municipal water systems and have faced the consequences of transboundary environmental degradation. Her work focuses on key populations within these communities\, such as individuals experiencing housing instability\, deported individuals\, and people who use drugs\, and emphasizes the power of community-led responses to water injustice. \nPaula Stigler Granados\, Associate Professor of Environmental Health at San Diego State University\, will present research on health disparities\, hygiene-related risks\, and the long-term consequences of neglecting essential services for unhoused populations\, particularly in binational contexts. \nModerated by Samuel Sandoval Solís\, Associate Director of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters and Professor at the University of California Davis\, this discussion is part of Science Talks—a bilingual series that offers open-access\, research-driven conversations on water\, equity\, and sustainability. All previous Science Talks are recorded and available for viewing on the PFBW YouTube channel. \nThe session will be held in English\, with live interpretation into Spanish.\n Participation is free and open to the public. \n Be part of this important conversation on July 24: Zoom link
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/science-talk-water-sanitation-and-hygiene-access-for-unhoused-communities/
CATEGORIES:Science Talks
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SUMMARY:Shared Water Solutions: 5 Years of Binational Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Shared water solutions are at the heart of a growing movement to address cross-border water challenges between the United States and Mexico. \nAs part of this effort\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters will host a special virtual event titled “The Need for Collaboration” on May 29\, 2025\, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM Central Time via Zoom\, celebrating five years of partnership and advancing the dialogue around sustainable\, cooperative water governance. \nThis commemorative session will celebrate the progress made through cross-border partnerships and spark forward-looking conversations on the future of shared water solutions between the United States and Mexico. \nAs the forum’s guiding theme “Water Unites Us” reminds us\, water challenges transcend borders—and so must the solutions. \nLeading voices in water issues\nThe panel will feature leading voices in water management and environmental policy\, including. \n\nSharon Megdal\, Director of the Arizona Water Resources Research Center;\nSalvador Lopez\, Chief Environmental Officer at the North American Development Bank;\nEddie Moderow\, Manager of the U.S.-Mexico Border Affairs Program at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality;\nErik Porse\, Director of the California Institute for Water Resources.\n\nGabriel Eckstein\, Professor of Law at Texas A&M University\, will serve as the event’s moderator. \nSpeakers will reflect on lessons learned from binational collaboration and the impact of shared efforts on water management. \nThey will also explore strategies to tackle key issues like drought\, pollution\, climate change\, and infrastructure challenges in border regions. \nBuilding Stronger Partnerships for the Future of Shared Waters\nThe event fosters dialogue among experts\, officials\, and organizations working together to advance shared water governance across borders. \nThis free event aims to inspire new levels of cooperation at every scale—from grassroots to government. \nWhether you’re a water professional\, policy advocate\, academic\, or community member\, your voice is vital to shaping the next generation of shared water solutions. \nJoin us in celebrating a shared vision and help build a more resilient water future. \nReflecting on Five Years of Shared Impact and Cross-Border Dialogue\nThis month\, we released a report summarizing the achievements and lessons learned of this unique collaborative effort as a non profit organization \nLaunched in 2019 to foster cross-border dialogue on water management\, the Forum began as a platform to connect diverse perspectives. \nIt has since grown into a trusted space for sharing knowledge\, experiences\, and solutions to challenges that transcend national borders.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/shared-water-solutions-event/
CATEGORIES:Call for Actions
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SUMMARY:Science Talk: Exploring the Impacts of Minutes 323 and 330
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a conversation about the future of water management in the Colorado River Basin. This Science Talk\, scheduled for April 3 at 4:00 PM Central Time via Zoom\, will explore the in-depth economic\, social\, and water  implications of Minutes 323 and 330\, vital binational agreements for the region. \nWhy is this event important?\n\n\n\nDeep Understanding of Key Agreements:\n\nMinutes 323 and 330 are fundamental to the shared management of water between Mexico and the United States. This event offers a unique opportunity to understand how these agreements directly impact communities\, economies\, and ecosystems.\n\n\nKnowledge from Leading Experts:\n\nAstrid Hernández (University of Sonora)\n\nHer research focuses on the detection of toxic metals in water and integrated water management. Currently\, she is doing postdoctoral research investigating arsenic contamination and detection in the Sonora River basin.\n\n\nAmérica N. Lutz Ley (El Colegio de Sonora)\n\nGeneral Academic Director and Professor-Researcher at the Center for Studies on Development at El Colegio de Sonora.\n\n\nAlejandra Álvarez Rivera (Instituto Politécnico Nacional)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEngineer and Master in Civil Engineering\, specializing in hydraulics\, hydrology\, drought analysis\, and water resources management. Her recent work focuses on the hydro-economic impact of reductions and climate change in systems that depend on the Colorado River.\n\n\n\n\nSamuel Sandoval Solis (University of California – Davis and Associate Director of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters)\n\nProfessor at the University of California Davis\, and Associate Director of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters.\n\n\n\n\n\nMinutes 323 and 330 for the Colorado River Basin\nThis Science Talk is not just for listening\, but for participating. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions\, share your ideas\, and connect with other professionals and students interested in water management. \nThe Colorado River Basin faces significant challenges due to climate change and increasing water demand. This event will allow you to understand how the decisions made today will affect the region’s sustainability for future generations. \nWho is this event for:\n\nResearchers and academics interested in water management\, environmental economics\, and public policy.\nStudents of engineering\, environmental science\, economics\, and social sciences.\nProfessionals in the public and private sectors involved in water resource management.\nCommunity members interested in sustainability and the future of the Colorado River Basin.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to be part of an important conversation about the future of water. Register now and join us on April 3 via Zoom.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/minutes-323-and-330-science-talk/
CATEGORIES:Science Talks
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SUMMARY:Implications of Minutes 325 and 331 for the Rio Grande
DESCRIPTION:The Permanent Forum of Binational Waters invites you to participate in the Coffee Break “The Waters of the Rio Grande: Implications of Minutes 325 and 331\,” taking place on February 20 at 4:00 PM (CST\, USA) via Zoom. \nIn this forum\, leaders and experts will discuss the latest developments in Minutes 325 and 331\, focusing on the distribution and management of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo. They will address key issues\, such as the new commitments from both countries\, the implications for water supply\, and the operational feasibility of these agreements. \nTo gauge public opinion and gather diverse perspectives\, PFBW has launched a comprehensive survey titled “Survey on the Implications of Minute 331 within the Framework of the 1944 Water Treaty.” \nPanelists in the Coffee Break\n\nKaren Chapman – As the Coordinator of the Rio Grande Joint Venture\, Karen works closely with partner organizations on both sides of the border to safeguard and restore critical wildlife habitats along the Rio Grande. Her expertise lies in cross-border collaboration and ecological conservation.\nJosé Luis López Martínez – Representing the Tamaulipas Civil Society Organizations at the Tamaulipas State Agricultural Council\, José Luis offers in-depth insights into agricultural policy\, water allocation\, and community-driven solutions. He brings frontline experience on how water agreements impact local farming communities in northern Mexico.\nDr. Samuel Sandoval Solís – A Professor at the University of California\, Davis\, Dr. Sandoval Solís specializes in water resources engineering\, hydrology\, and sustainable water management. His work examines how stakeholder interests\, environmental flows\, and policy constraints intersect in binational watersheds.\nDr. Rosario Sanchez (Moderator) – Serving as a Senior Research Scientist at the Texas Water Resources Institute\, Dr. Sanchez focuses on transboundary aquifer systems and international water policy. She leads collaborative research projects aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of shared water challenges between the United States and Mexico.\n\nThe Implications of Minutes 325 and 331 Coffee Break is organized by the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters\, with the support of partner institutions such as the Water Resources Research Center\, the Texas Water Resources Institute\, and the North American Development Bank. \nJoin us to learn firsthand about the perspectives and potential solutions proposed by experts dedicated to achieving sustainable and equitable river management. \nYour participation is crucial to strengthening collaboration between Mexico and the United States on water-related matters. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \n 
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/implications-of-minutes-325-and-331-for-the-rio-grande/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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SUMMARY:Hydrologic Realities and Delusions at the International Transboundary Basin Level: Regulating Interconnected Surface Waters and Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:Join Us in the webinar “Hydrologic Realities and Delusions at the International Transboundary Basin Level: Regulating Interconnected Surface Waters and Groundwater.“ \nRegister now! \nThis time\, Paul Stanton Kibel will moderate the session\, and the panelists will discuss the legal and environmental complexities of transboundary basins.  \nThe speakers include for the Coffe Break Hydrologic Realities and Delusions at the International Transboundary Basin Level will are: \n\nGabriel Eckstein (Texas A&M)\, who will present on interconnected waters under International Water Law.\nJonathan Lautze (International Water Management Institute)\, who will analyze basins shared between Botswana and South Africa.\nGilbert Anaya (International Boundary and Water Commission)\, discussing basins shared between Mexico and the U.S.\nJuan Pablo Galeano (International Water Lawyer)\, speaking on the Guarani Aquifer shared by Argentina\, Brazil\, and Paraguay.\n\n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/hydrologic-realities-and-delusions-at-the-international-transboundary-basin-level-regulating-interconnected-surface-waters-and-groundwater/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T100000
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SUMMARY:Hydrologic Realities and Delusions at the Domestic Level: Regulating Interconnected Surface Waters and Groundwater
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, November 14\, 2024\, at 9:00 AM Central Time\, water experts from around the world will gather virtually for the webinar \nThe webinar “Hydrologic Realities and Delusions at the National Level: Regulating Interconnected Surface Waters and Groundwater\,” will take place on Thursday\, November 14\, 2024\, at 9:00 AM (Central US time). \nRegister now by clicking this link. \nThis timely event will examine how different countries are addressing the legal\, scientific\, and institutional challenges of managing groundwater and surface water as interconnected systems. \nModerated by Imad Antoine Ibrahim from the University of Twente (Netherlands)\, the webinar will bring together panelists representing diverse legal frameworks and hydrologic conditions. Case studies will highlight the complexities of water governance in California\, China\, Mexico\, and South Africa\, with insights that cross disciplinary and geographic boundaries. \nThe speakers include: \n\n\nPaul Stanton Kibel (Executive Council\, AIDA)\, who will explore the legal implications of interconnected water management in California. \n\n\nHeping Dang (University of Hong Kong\, Shenzhen)\, presenting a comparative perspective from China. \n\n\nCarmen Julia Navarro (Autonomous University of Chihuahua)\, focusing on the regulatory landscape in Mexico. \n\n\nRobyn Stein (Buchler-Stein Consultants)\, addressing policy and hydrologic realities in South Africa. \n\n\nThis event offers a rare opportunity to engage with international thought leaders as they examine both the practical limits and opportunities of national approaches to water regulation. The discussion will emphasize the urgent need to develop integrated legal and scientific frameworks to better manage groundwater and surface water in tandem\, especially in the face of climate change and water scarcity. \nRegister now to secure your place and be part of this important global conversation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe discussion will emphasize the urgent need to develop integrated legal and scientific frameworks to better manage groundwater and surface water in tandem\, especially in the face of climate change and water scarcity. \nWhether you are a policymaker\, researcher\, legal expert\, or student\, this webinar will provide essential insights into the evolving relationship between law\, hydrology\, and governance. \nDon’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding of how different countries are adapting to the challenges of managing connected water systems in the 21st century. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreguntar a ChatGPT
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/hydrologic-realities-and-delusions-at-the-national-level-regulating-interconnected-surface-water-and-groundwater/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T173000
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SUMMARY:Science Talk: Water Security at the Mexico-U.S. Border
DESCRIPTION:The Permanent Forum of Binational Waters is honored to invite the scientific community and the general public of Mexico and the United States to the event titled “Science and Stakeholder Engagement for Water Security in the U.S.-Mexico Border\,” which is part of the Science Talks series. \nThis event aims to promote the exchange of knowledge and collaboration among stakeholders in water security in the border region between Mexico and the United States. Critical topics such as land use change\, water availability\, and risk assessment in the Colorado River will be addressed. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to be part of this important dialogue on water security at the Mexico-U.S. border. The meeting seeks to foster collaboration and find effective solutions to the water challenges we face. \nJoin us and contribute your perspectives and knowledge at this binational forum. We look forward to your valuable participation to discuss and address together the challenges and solutions surrounding water security in our region! \n \n  \nOn July 12\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters (PFBW) hosted a special edition of its Science Talk series\, highlighting two major research initiatives focused on water security and stakeholder engagement along the U.S.–Mexico border. Sponsored by leading institutions such as the Texas Water Resources Institute\, Arizona Water Resources Research Center\, and the North American Development Bank (NADBank)\, the session provided a detailed look into innovative models for addressing transboundary water challenges. \nThe first initiative\, led by Dr. Saurav Kumar from Arizona State University\, introduced a NASA-funded project centered on land use and water availability in the El Paso–Fabens–Socorro region. Dr. Kumar and his team presented new data products and a participatory modeling tool designed to map and predict land use change based on stakeholder mental models. This research emphasizes the urgent need to address agricultural pressures\, urbanization\, and climate variability in order to strengthen water security in the Middle Rio Grande. \nThe second presentation\, led by Dr. Zenon Medina-Cetina and GMO Duran Sierra of Texas A&M University\, showcased a cutting-edge risk assessment platform using Bayesian networks and AI to simulate cross-border water supply scenarios in the Colorado River Basin. Both teams called for greater collaboration and data sharing to ensure informed\, long-term solutions.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/science-talk-water-security-at-the-mexico-u-s-border/
CATEGORIES:Science Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T113000
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SUMMARY:Women in Water Science and Diplomacy: An Experience Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Participation is free\, but pre-registration is required at https://bit.ly/3VDC2xH  \n  \nIn honor of the second anniversary of the International Day of Women in Diplomacy\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters (PFBW) and the Women in Water Diplomacy Network & Partners invite the event framed within the Women In Science Initiative that in this edition will bring together communities to discuss the importance of Scientific Diplomacy in transboundary water cooperation and management. \nThe event will take place on Monday\, June 24\, 2024\, at 10:00 a.m. (Central Time\, USA) / 9:00 a.m. (Mexico City) / 6:00 p.m. (Cairo) / 9:00 p.m. (Almaty) and will feature distinguished panelists: \n  \nDr. Rosario Sánchez\, Director of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters \nElizabeth A. Koch\, Women in Water Diplomacy Network Process Support Team Lead \nDr. Elia M. Tapia\, Professor at the University of Sonora\, Mexico \nDr. América Lutz Ley\, Professor at El Colegio de Sonora\, Mexico \nDr. Florence Grace Adongo\, Executive Director of the Nile Basin Initiative \nRosa Long\, Chairwoman of the Ten Tribes Partnership \nDr. Sarah Kapnick\, Chief Scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) \nSuray Charyyeva\, Junior Researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Development in Transition Countries \nDr. Yolanda López-Maldonado\, Indigenous Mayan Science Diplomat \nJessie Ferraioli\, Research Associate at the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) \nMontserrat Santibáñez\, Coordinator of the Women in Science Initiative at PFBW \nBrenda Burman\, General Manager of the Central Arizona Project \nThis is a special event co-organized by the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters and the Women in Water Diplomacy Network & Partners\, along with the Environmental Law Institute\, the Stockholm International Water Institute\, and the Central Arizona Project. \nIt is a unique platform for women leaders in water science and diplomacy to share their experiences\, challenges\, and perspectives on sustainable transboundary water resources management. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to join this important conversation and be part of a global movement promoting women’s leadership in water diplomacy and science. Register today! \nCheck the tentative program here: Women in Diplomacy Day 2024 WWDN and PFBW 17062024 \n 
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/women-in-water-science-and-diplomacy-an-experience-exchange/
CATEGORIES:Women in Water
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SUMMARY:Aquifers management between Mexico-US. Are we ready?
DESCRIPTION:Are We Ready to Talk About Shared Groundwater? The Permanent Forum of Binational Waters invites you to join the conversation. \nIn this virtual meeting\, experts will explore the shared challenges and opportunities related to groundwater in the Mexico–U.S. border region\, with a special focus on aquifers management and cross-border collaboration. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to participate in a crucial dialogue about the future of water\, sustainable policies\, and aquifers management in the borderlands! \nAccess to the Zoom event! \n \n \n \n \n  \nSummary: Are We Ready to Talk About Shared Groundwater? \nThe Permanent Forum of Binational Waters (PFBW) recently hosted a virtual event focused on shared groundwater resources in the U.S.–Mexico border region. The session brought together hydrologists\, legal experts\, and civil society representatives to explore the complex realities of transboundary aquifers and the urgent need for improved aquifers management. \nPanelists emphasized that while surface water receives much attention\, groundwater often remains invisible in public discourse—even though it supports millions of people\, ecosystems\, and agricultural production on both sides of the border. The conversation shed light on the lack of formal agreements addressing shared aquifers\, highlighting the legal and institutional gaps that make coordinated efforts difficult. \nParticipants presented successful binational initiatives and stressed the importance of transparent data sharing\, local engagement\, and science-based decision-making. Examples included participatory groundwater monitoring efforts and innovative modeling tools that integrate stakeholder input with hydrological data. \nOne of the key takeaways was the recognition that sustainable aquifers management must go beyond technical solutions—it also requires diplomacy\, trust-building\, and inclusive governance frameworks that respect the voices of border communities. \nThe event served as a call to action for expanding regional collaboration\, aligning academic research with public policy\, and developing shared visions for long-term groundwater security. As pressure on water resources grows\, the discussion underscored the need to treat groundwater as a shared responsibility that transcends borders.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/are-we-ready-aquifer-management-between-mexico-and-the-united-states/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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SUMMARY:Research for All: How Citizen Participation Supports Water Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:We have prepared a Science Talk event titled: Research for All: How Citizen Participation Supports Water Sustainability\, where we will talk to scientists and experts working with this method\, how it is effectively implemented\, and lessons on how to include our border communities into the research development. \n \n  \nPanel Summary: Citizen Science and Water Sustainability \nOn February 21st\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters hosted a dynamic panel exploring how citizen science contributes to water sustainability through community engagement and participatory research. Featuring a diverse lineup of experts from academic institutions and research organizations\, the session focused on empowering non-professionals to actively participate in data collection\, monitoring\, and environmental awareness. \nDr. Kelly Albus\, Research Scientist at Texas A&M – TWRI and Fellow at the Meadows Center for Water and Environment\, emphasized the growing importance of citizen science in bridging data gaps\, particularly in water quality monitoring. She underscored how public involvement enhances accessibility and democratizes scientific research. \nErick Valazquez\, PhD candidate at the University of Bonn\, presented the One Coast Community Project\, showcasing how citizen participation strengthens coastal resilience by monitoring erosion and water quality. His case study illustrated how grassroots efforts can support interdisciplinary collaboration. \nDr. Alma Huerta Vergara from UNAM highlighted the broader benefits of citizen science in sustainability\, including increased data coverage\, public empowerment\, and greater environmental stewardship. Meanwhile\, Jesús Manuel Ochoa from UTEP shared practical applications of citizen engagement in northern Mexico\, linking it to broader water sustainability efforts across the region. \nPanelists also acknowledged challenges such as data quality control\, ethical considerations\, and maintaining volunteer engagement. Nonetheless\, they agreed that citizen science remains a powerful tool to inform public policy and connect communities to environmental solutions. \nThe session concluded with a Q&A on training strategies\, policy integration\, and advancing science-society partnerships. \nRead the full article of the event: How citizen participation supports water sustainability
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/research-for-all-how-citizen-participation-supports-water-sustainability/
CATEGORIES:Science Talks
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SUMMARY:Contamination and Ecosystem: Rivers\, aquifers and coasts in the US-Mexico border region
DESCRIPTION:On December 7\, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters (PFBW) hosted a dynamic Coffee Break titled “Pollution and Ecosystems: Rivers\, Aquifers\, and Coasts in the Mexico-United States Border Region.” \nThis event brought together leading experts to address pressing water quality issues impacting shared water resources in the border region. Gabriela Rendón Herrera\, head of strategic communication at PFBW\, emphasized during the session\, “In a context of diminishing water availability\, addressing the quality of our rivers\, aquifers\, and coastal waters is essential for ensuring sustainability for future generations.” The event featured distinguished speakers who shared insights on pollution challenges and strategies for protecting aquatic ecosystems: \n\nCarmen Julia Navarro Gómez\, Professor and Researcher at the Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua (UACH)\, offered critical perspectives on regional water quality.\nTeresita Oropeza\, Research Professor at the Instituto Tecnológico de Tijuana (ITT)\, highlighted her work on aquatic ecosystems and presented innovative mitigation solutions.\nTricia Cortez\, Director of the Rio Grande International Study Center\, discussed cross-border collaboration for cleaner water systems.\nCarlos Barriga Vallejo\, Director of Ecorregiones Tamaulipecas y Humedales en Pronatura Noreste\, addressed the role of wetlands in enhancing water quality.\n\n\nFinally\, the Coffee Break concluded with a discussion on the existing barriers to solving these environmental problems. \n\n\n\nExperts agreed on the need for greater awareness\, community participation\, and cross-border collaboration. \n\n\n\nProposed solutions ranged from active participation in social networks and community forums to significant agreements for wastewater treatment and the use of advanced technology. \n\n\n\nThis meeting about contamination and ecosystem\, highlighted the urgency of addressing the growing contamination and ecosystem crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border\, underscoring the importance of a binational and multidisciplinary effort to find sustainable long-term solutions. \nThe full recording is now available online\, offering valuable insights for researchers\, policymakers\, and engaged community members alike. We invite you to watch\, share\, and continue the conversation.
URL:https://www.binationalwaters.org/event/contamination-and-ecosystem-in-the-us-mexico-border-region/
CATEGORIES:Coffee Break
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