Publications
Below is a limited selection of downloadable publications by AWE and others.
***Note: This page contains a limited sampling of AWE-authored publications. For a complete list of our work, see the Our Work page in the IMPACT section.***
Topics: Water and Energy, Water and Land Use Planning
Publication Date: May 2, 2014
An Energy 20/20 White Paper--The Energy-Water Nexus: Interlinked Resources That Are Vital For Economic Growth and Sustainability is the fourth in a series of Energy 20/20 White Papers.
Topics: Water and Energy, Water and Land Use Planning
Publication Date: July 9, 2013
This investigation seeks to inform governmental officials and researchers about research related to the relationship and trade-offs between water and energy resources in the United States and where further efforts can aid in advancing sustainable practices.
The report identifies specific recommendations for research which will accelerate collaboration and integrated approaches to managing water and energy resources. Several key recommendations include:
Collect embedded energy in water data to determine the impact nationally of energy use in the water sector.
Conduct detailed...
Topics: Water and Energy, Water and Land Use Planning
Publication Date: May 1, 2011
The Blueprint for Action addresses three broad elements: policy/codes, research, and programs. In developing it, the Alliance for Water Efficiency and the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy analyzed and consolidated contributions from over fifty thought-leaders from across the energy and water efficiency communities. The goal of this blueprint and policy agenda is to provide a framework for collaborative action, funding, and policy development.