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USGS Report: California Freshwater Withdrawals Are Lowest Since 1960s
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Californians are taking less water out of rivers, lakes, and…
Pacific Institute Report: Setbacks and Solutions of Water-Energy Clash in U.S. Intermountain West
At the forefront of a national trend, this region is already suffering from intense conflicts that willy only worsen with climate change and population growth. However, the report also highlights several ways to dramatically reduce the water requirements for electricity generation.
Business vs. Environment: Ohio Governor Vetoes Lake Erie Water Withdrawal Bill
The highly controversial bill set the highest thresholds for water withdrawal permits in the Great Lakes region, sparking debate between environmentalists and businesses over the use of Lake Erie water.
US Government Approves World’s Largest Solar Project
The Blythe solar plant is the sixth on public lands to get federal approval this month.
U.S. water usage by state on Google Earth
Using United States Geological Survey data from the most recent…