USGS tool maps U.S. water supply and demand gaps

USGS tool maps U.S. water supply and demand gaps

Author: Environment+Energy Leader April 29, 2026 Duration: 3:06
A new USGS tool shows where U.S. water supply and demand collide. It gives planners clearer data to assess risk and guide infrastructure decisions. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/usgs-tool-maps-us-water-supply-and-demand-gaps,124103 Support the show Support for Sustainability Soundbites is provided by Amazon. Explore Amazon’s Spotlight on Water and learn more about the company’s work focused on water stewardship, replenishment, and resilient communities: Protecting Water Reso...

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