TLW POLICY SUMMIT: Defining Our water future together
On December 2nd, the Texas Living Waters coalition will convene policymakers, advocates, industry leaders, researchers, and community voices from across the state for a forward-looking conversation designed to move toward practical, durable solutions.
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Balancing the Water Needs of Data Centers in Texas
Recognizing the high stakes at play, Texas Living Waters and Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC) have developed the following recommendations to support the Legislature’s commitment to securing Texas water for future generations and the state’s continued prosperity.
Data Center Water Policy Recommendations
2025 Impact report
We are pleased to share Texas Living Waters Impact Report, 2025: A Historic Year for Water in Texas.
2025 Impact Report
Water Resilient Texas
"Planning for a Water Resilient Texas: Water Loss & Conservation over the Next 10 Years" suggests how decision-makers can help Texas water utilities achieve their goals and ensure communities and businesses have the water they need.
WATER LOSS & CONSERVATION REPORT
Texas legislative priorities
The Texas Legislature comes at a decisive moment for the state’s water future. Legislators have the opportunity to secure and build upon positive outcomes from prior sessions while considering new legislation and investments of state resources.
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A future without water is no future at all

Fresh water is the lifeblood of Texas. That’s why Texas Living Waters exists – to ensure that Texas has the water it needs for thriving communities and healthy fish and wildlife.

We are a collaboration of conservation groups working since 2001 to transform the way we manage water.

WATER POLICY & PLANNING

We advance water planning for long-term resilience and reliability. We seek policies that conserve water and improve water efficiency.

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WATER EQUITY & INFRASTRUCTURE

We advocate for investments that allow traditionally underserved communities to secure reliable flood protection and water supply.

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CLIMATE RESILIENCE

We strive for water management frameworks that comprehensively address climate change and ensure a resilient Texas for future generations.

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WATER FOR WILDLIFE

We work to ensure Texas has the water it needs for healthy fish and wildlife.

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The Texas Living Waters Project is a collaboration of conservation group experts working together to advance enduring water solutions that support people and wildlife across Texas — in the face of climate change, rapid population growth, and economic development. 

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