North America’s biggest city is running out of water

Oscar Ocampo, the Energy and Environment Coordinator at the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness, shares a deep dive into Mexico City’s looming water crisis. Samantha Kuzma, the Aqueduct lead at the World Resources Institute, adds a global perspective on water shortages. They discuss Mexico City’s reliance on dwindling underground sources and the pressures of population growth and climate change. The conversation also covers innovative water management solutions seen in cities like Las Vegas and Singapore, and the crucial link between water resources and renewable energy initiatives.