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Water Use Remains Steady Despite a Growing Population »
The rate of water withdrawal (including fresh and saline) in the U.S. has remained steady since peaking in 1980 at…
What are the main uses of water? »
Thermoelectric power demanded the most U.S. freshwater withdrawals in 2005, accounting for 41.5% withdrawals. Irrigation practices also used a lot…
How do Americans use water in their homes? »
Indoor water use makes up about 70% of the 300 gallons of water that the average American family household uses…