The World Wildlife Fund (WWF), in partnership with several universities and state agencies, received a $531,965 Project Grant award from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's Applied Science Grants program (CFDA 15.557) to analyze the potential for replacing invasive riparian vegetation with native plants as a strategy to reduce water consumption through evapotranspiration. The project will map existing stands of exotic vegetation, estimate potential water savings through replacement, and prioritize restoration areas based on ecosystem and water supply benefits. This effort aims to help the state of New Mexico meet its Rio Grande Compact water delivery obligations while enhancing river flows and increasing water supply reliability for farming. The award was granted on September 12, 2024, with a final completion date of September 30, 2026.
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