Featured Reports & Publications

While we are eagerly awaiting more research on water, energy and climate change, a number of valuable reports already exist that provide foundational information on these subjects. Visit River Network's Resource Library to search for reports, publications or presentations on specific topics.

If you are new to this subject, look below for some excellent reports for individuals and watershed groups interested in addressing climate change by saving energy through water conservation, efficiency, reuse and low impact development.

Energy for Water
The Carbon Footprint of Water

California's Water-Energy Relationship

Energy Down the Drain: The Hidden Costs of California's Water Supply

Water & Sustainability (Volume 4): U.S. Electricity Consumption for Water Supply and Treatment - The Next Half Century

Water for Energy
Energy Demands on Water Resources

Water Efficiency
Cases in Water Conservation: How Efficiency Programs Help Utilities Save Water and Avoid Costs

Low Impact Development
Reducing Stormwater Costs with Low Impact Development Strategies and Practices