Question

Explain the factors that led to the creation of water projects in Bernalillo County

Answer 1

As of 2005, Albuquerque drawdown resulted in only a 50% recharge rate. In other words, our aquifers were disappearing. And, it was discovered that groundwater is less abundant and lower quality than previously assumed.

Answer 2

Urban growth in the context of structural adjustment, currency devaluations, state retrenchments, and little or no housing provision.• Viewing the state as a 'market enabler' led to theled to the privatisation of utilities and services, and massive decreases in provision;• For individuals, their various needs - affordable commodities, accommodation close to jobs, security, and the possibility of owning property - weresimply ignored by the imposition of ill-suited neoliberal 'boot-strap capitalism'.