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The Water-Energy Nexus in California

written by Walter Wang

The water-energy nexus has been in the news since the California Energy Commission’s landmark finding in 2005, that water related energy uses account for about 19% of all electricity use and 30% of non-power plant natural gas use in the state.

What does this mean for energy efficiency and

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July 25, 2013 0 comment
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Green Enough for New York City?

written by Walter Wang

When New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg leaves office in January, green building advocates lose a strong ally. But they are determined to make sure his shoes are filled to their liking.

To that end, a coalition of environmental and real estate interests are asking candidates to endorse

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June 4, 2013 0 comment
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Happy World Water Day!

written by Walter Wang

All across the globe, communities are celebrating International World Water Day and according the UN’s World Water Day website, over 450 events have been planned this year!

This year’s theme is in part a reflection of the International Year of Water Cooperation. The day is

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March 22, 2013 0 comment
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Mining for Energy Efficiency Opportunity in NYC

written by Walter Wang

If markets thrive on information, then New York City recently unlocked a gold mine for the energy efficiency industry.

The city became the first in the US to make public how well (or poorly) large, private buildings within its borders perform when it comes to energy and water use. A city website displays information about 2,065

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September 17, 2012 1 comment
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Overuse of Groundwater Threatens Global Supplies, Study Says

written by Yale Environment 360

A new study finds that nearly one-quarter of the world’s population lives in regions where water is being used faster than it can be replenished. Using computer models of global groundwater resources and water use data, scientists from Canada and the Netherlands calculated that the planet’s “groundwater footprint” — the area above ground that relies on

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August 10, 2012 0 comment
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Reliance on ‘Virtual Water’ Puts Some Nations at Risk, Study Says

written by Yale Environment 360

A new study calculates that about one-fifth of all water goes toward the production of crops and commodities for export, part of a global phenomenon known as “virtual water” that researchers say could place pressure on finite water supplies in some nations.

Using worldwide trade indicators, demographic data,

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February 15, 2012 0 comment
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Water Risk Mapping Project Attracts Major Global Companies

written by Yale Environment 360

Several global corporations have joined a World Resources Institute project that is developing a new database and mapping tools to help companies manage their water resources and reduce risk.

The Aqueduct project — which so far has enlisted companies such as Coca-Cola, General Electric, and

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August 18, 2011 0 comment
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Making Restaurants Efficient – Simple Energy Fixes Increase Profits

written by Chuck Colgan, CA Center for Sustainable Energy

As restaurateurs struggle to keep their business afloat with fewer customers, some are turning to greening as a way to stand out from competitors, from serving local foods to making deliveries in hybrid electric vehicles. When greening includes energy-saving strategies, the benefits can increase profits in addition to helping the environment.

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August 10, 2010 1 comment
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Water Use in the U.S. Less in 2005 Than in 1975

written by Environmental News Network

Just when you think all human activities are making the environment worse, news comes that our efforts to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impacts (0ur environmental footprint) are doing some good. According to a new U.S. Geological Survey report, the U.S. is using less water now than during the peak years of 1975 and 1980, despite a 30 percent population increase during the same time period.

The report shows that in 2005 Americans used 410 billion gallons per day, slightly less than in 2000. The declines are attributed to the increased use of more efficient irrigation systems and alternative technologies at power plants. Water withdrawals for public supply have increased steadily since 1950 — when USGS began the series of five-year trend reports — along with the population that depends on these supplies.

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November 4, 2009 0 comment
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