Texas Tech University

Research Priorities

The purpose of the Center for Water Law and Policy is to develop opportunities for critically examining legal, regulatory, and policy aspects of water law and water resource management. The Center is dedicated to pursing these objectives through an interdisciplinary approach that incorporates economic, sociological, agricultural, environmental, and other views of water management. Our goal is to provide relevant information to private, local, state, federal, and international law and policy-making bodies as a means of elevating the discussion about water law and resources.

WATER PLANNING

Focus on practice planning to ensure long-term resource sustainability.

LAND MANAGEMENT

Appreciate the connection between land management and water protection.

ENERGY/WATER NEXUS

Understand the embedded nature of water and energy.

HUMAN RIGHT TO WATER

Recognize that water for survival must be prioritized.

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