Thirsty energy: An infographic by the World Bank Group

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Quelle: worldbank.org

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Thirsty Energy: Securing Energy in a Water-Constrained World

Significant amounts of water are needed in almost all energy generation processes, from generating hydropower, to cooling and other purposes in thermal power plants, to extracting and processing fuels. Conversely, the water sector needs energy to extract, treat and transport water. Both energy and water are used in the production of crops, including those used to generate energy through biofuels. Population growth and rapidly-expanding economies place additional demands on water and energy, while several regions around the world are already experiencing significant water and energy shortages..

Link: http://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/sustainabledevelopment/brief/water-energy-nexus