Water. Research. Science.
Who are we: A partnership between New Mexico State University, state agencies, communities, and industry.
What we do: Research, test, and share information about produced water.
Why it matters: New Mexico is a dry state. Knowing how to handle produced water helps protect clean water for families, farms, and the environment.
- What is produced water?
- How does it affect health and the environment?
- Can produced water be reused?
- What are New Mexico's laws and regulations?
- What research is NMPWRC doing?
Produced Water: Water that comes up during oil and gas drilling.
Salinity: How salty water is.
Treatment: The process of cleaning or removing harmful parts from water.
Reuse: Using treated produced water again, such as for farming, industry, or restoring landscapes.
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- Water is scarce: New Mexico is one of the driest states. Every drop matters.
- Public health: Communities deserve safe water and clear information.
- Future planning: Research helps leaders make informed decisions about water use.
- Community voice: Your concerns shape our research and outreach.
The Water Zone
Listen to members of our own leadership team, Pei Xu, PhD, associate director and Mike Hightower, PhD, program director, explore cutting-edge research in water treatment on The Water Zone podcast. They delve into their work on the desalination and treatment of brackish and saline waters, as well as high-salinity waste waters.
Monthly Webinar Series
Explore cutting-edge research, innovative technologies, and collaborative solutions for produced water treatment and reuse. Our monthly webinars bring together experts from across sectors to discuss topics like agricultural applications, regulatory innovation, and environmental impact.
