Energy
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, present day water and energy systems are interdependent. Water is used in all phases of energy production and electricity generation. Energy is required to extract, convey, and deliver water of appropriate quality for diverse human uses, and then again to treat wastewater prior to their return to the environment. Resources available in this sub-theme include reviews of diverse technologies and information on alternative energy sources such as biogas and solar, as well as other energy and water resources.
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Exploring the Water-Thermoelectric Power Nexus
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September 1, 2012U.S. Department of Energy
In 2005, thermoelectric power accounted for 41% of all freshwater withdrawals and roughly 3% of all consumptive use in the United States. With the demand for electricity projected to increase by 24% by 2035 concerns have been raised as to the availability of water for this growing industry;...Read more
Transitioning to Zero Freshwater Withdrawal in the U.S. for Thermoelectric Generation
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October 15, 2014U.S. Department of Energy
Drought poses important risks to thermoelectric power production in the United States because of the significant water use in this sector. Here a scoping level analysis is performed to identify the technical tradeoffs and initial cost estimates for retrofitting existing thermoelectric generation to...Read more
MUS Video (Gravity MUS)
iDE
This Gravity MUS video is about the MUS programs that were designed and implemented by iDE in different districts in Nepal. Video production credited to Bimala Rai Colavito (a volunteer at iDE).Read more
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South East AsiaSolar MUS Video (Solar Powered MUS)
iDE
In this video, we can see about the Solar Powered Multiple uses water services that provide sufficient water for domestic use and high value crops using micro irrigation technologies. Such solar-powered systems are designed when the spring sources are located below the community and there is no...Read more
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South East AsiaWater and Energy Nexus Research:Summary & Recommendations
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August 1, 2013Alliance for Water Efficiency
This webinar provides new information on the Water-Energy Nexus, an issue that is more important than ever and increasingly drawing national attention in the wake of President Obama's commitment to more sustainable resource management. AWE and ACEEE's related report reveals the gaps in...Read more
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GlobalThe New Argentina: Time to Double Down on the Energy Sector?
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August 1, 2016 Analysis of the recent situation of the energy industry in Argentina. Read more
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