Water is used in almost every aspect of energy production. In a 2006 report, the Department of Energy estimated that “in calendar year 2000, thermoelectric power generation accounted for 39% of all freshwater withdrawals in the U.S., roughly equivalent to water withdrawals for irrigated agriculture.” The report also states that consumption of water for electrical energy production could more than double by 2030 if current trends persist, equaling the United States' entire domestic water consumption in 1995! There are a number of different resources with useful tips to help you start saving water by saving energy. Here are a few:

Consortium for Energy Efficiency

Energy Savers

Federal Energy Management Program

Alliance to Save Energy

Powerhouse: 101 Easy Ways to Save Energy

Consumer Reports: 20 Free Ways to Save Energy

To get a sense of how much energy each appliance uses around the house, click here.

Over 50% of electricity in the U.S. comes from coal. For some information on the devastating impacts of coal production on our environment and water sources, click here.