Corpus Christi's Crucial Refineries Seek New Water Sources Amid Crisis

Corpus Christi’s crucial refineries look for alternate water supplies amid looming water crisis

Companies that own refineries in Corpus Christi say they are working to secure alternative water sources to maintain operations and prevent a shortage of gasoline and jet fuel in Texas and beyond as the city scrambles to delay or avoid a rapidly-escalating water crisis.

Corpus Christi refineries seek new water sources amid crisis

The city produces 5% of the nation’s refined products like gas and jet fuel, and experts say a serious water shortage could force production down and push fuel prices up even further.