When might Corpus Christi enter a water emergency?

Corpus Christi could enter a water emergency in as soon as two months.

How much water do industries use in Corpus Christi?

Industrial consumers account for about 50% to 60% of the city's water use.

What are companies doing to address the Corpus Christi water shortage?

Companies are seeking alternative water sources, such as treated wastewater, and implementing water reduction measures to maintain operations.

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Corpus Christi Water Crisis Threatens Texas Fuel Supply

21 Mar

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Summary

Corpus Christi faces a potential water emergency within two months.
Refineries may slow production, impacting jobs and revenue.
Industrial users account for 50-60% of the city's water consumption.

Corpus Christi Water Crisis Threatens Texas Fuel Supply

Corpus Christi faces an escalating water crisis, with a potential emergency within two months and dwindling reserves projected to last only six months. Industrial users, responsible for 50% to 60% of the city's water consumption, are actively seeking alternative water sources to prevent operational disruptions. Companies like ExxonMobil and Flint Hills Resources are exploring options such as using treated wastewater to mitigate the impact of the severe drought.

The city's reliance on industrial water use, coupled with the drought, threatens the region's significant refining capacity, which produces nearly 1 million barrels of refined products daily. A disruption could lead to increased gasoline prices and affect thousands of jobs tied to the oil and gas industry in the Coastal Bend region. Governor Greg Abbott has directed agencies to expedite water projects to provide the city with more time.