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Lessons from Texas on the energy-water nexus

The alternating droughts and floods in Texas have demonstrated the importance of the relationship between energy and water, known as the energy-water nexus.

By Carol FlakeApril 4, 2017, 11:00 p.m. CentralUpdated April 4, 2017, 11:00 p.m. Central

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Lessons from Texas on the energy-water nexus

by Carol Flake, The Texas Tribune
April 4, 2017

<h1>Lessons from Texas on the energy-water nexus</h1>
<p class="byline">by Carol Flake, The Texas Tribune <br />April 4, 2017</p>
<p><span style="color: #000000">The alternating droughts and floods in Texas have demonstrated the importance of the relationship between energy and water, known as the <a href="https://www.wateronline.com/doc/energy-water-nexus-lessons-learned-from-the-state-of-texas-0001">energy-water nexus</a></span><span style="color: #000000">. Energy-water efficiency can be improved in three ways: encouraging water utilities to create strategic energy plans; increasing the use of smart technology; and matching water-stressed areas with renewable energy. (Water Online)</span></p>
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Lessons from Texas on the energy-water nexus

Carol Flake, The Texas Tribune
April 4, 2017

The alternating droughts and floods in Texas have demonstrated the importance of the relationship between energy and water, known as the energy-water nexus. Energy-water efficiency can be improved in three ways: encouraging water utilities to create strategic energy plans; increasing the use of smart technology; and matching water-stressed areas with renewable energy. (Water Online)

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The alternating droughts and floods in Texas have demonstrated the importance of the relationship between energy and water, known as the energy-water nexus. Energy-water efficiency can be improved in three ways: encouraging water utilities to create strategic energy plans; increasing the use of smart technology; and matching water-stressed areas with renewable energy. (Water Online)

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