A Thirsty Tesla Refinery Could Exacerbate Corpus Christi’s Water Crisis

A Thirsty Tesla Refinery Could Exacerbate Corpus Christi’s Water Crisis

Corpus Christi is a town built around water. But while the Gulf of Mexico has made the region what it is today, seawater can’t save Corpus from a rapidly growing water crisis. As the Gulf shines on the horizon, water for the town’s residents is nowhere to be found. Wilting plants, timed showers, and unwashed cars have become a staple as drought restrictions continue. Industries, on the other hand, face no limits on water use, and a resource-inte…