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texas drought climate impacts

Texas’ plan to provide water for a growing population virtually ignores climate change

Climate change has brought higher temperatures that dry soil more quickly, enhancing the effects of drought and causing less rain to flow into Texas’ rivers and streams. At the same time, longer-lasting and more intense heat brought by climate change accelerates water evaporation from Texas’ reservoirs.

climate impacts san antonio flooding justice

Climate change may make flooding worse. How can San Antonio’s past help the city prepare?

Climate change has the potential to make San Antonio flooding more dangerous than ever. How can San Antonio's past help the city prepare?
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