Water challenges in Mexico

Abstract

The analysis of the Word Economic Forum about the relationship between water and human activities is presented and the increase of pressure over social, political, economic and environmental activities is described. With this background, the meteorological, geographical and demographic factors are reviewed, as well as those originated by the climate change in Mexico, highlighting the great challenges for water management: To place it as a strategic issue of national security; to guarantee the human right to water, sanitation and a healthy environment; to achieve the objectives of sustainable development; to achieve gender equity, to set transparency and accountability; and to devolve and decentralize the water management. Solutions are presented, including timeframe and costs. The two most important conclusions are: Water challenges in Mexico cannot be overcome in six years however, it is possible to establish the required environment. At least 24 years are needed (2042) to setting up infrastructure and conditions that make possible sustainability and water security in Mexico.