The Global Yield Gap Atlas
An interactive atlas with estimations of agricultural yield gaps for multiple scenarios on multiple scalesRead more
Productivity and Efficiency
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, water efficiency is the smart use of our water resources through water-saving technologies and simple steps. Using water efficiently will help ensure reliable water supplies today and for future generations. Topics addressed in this theme provide insights, lessons, and guidance on how diverse stakeholders are working to improve water management and reduce water use.
Productivity and Efficiency Resources
Seasonal Prediction of Hydro-Climatic Extremes in the Greater Horn of Africa under Evolving Climate Conditions to Support Adaptation Strategies
Publication date:
January 1, 2014
Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska
DWFI faculty fellow Tsegaye Tadesse is the lead PI on this multidisciplinary, multi-institution, 3-year, $1.4 million grantRead more
Regional/Country focus:
Sub-Saharan Africa
Water Risks on the Rise for Three Global Energy Production Hot Spots
World Resources Institute
This document highlights key findings from Wood Mackenzie's report on the interdependence of water and energy production. The report found that three energy sectors face particularly high water risks: shale gas in the United States, coal production and coal-fired power in China, and crude oil...Read more
Partnering for Water and Energy Savings Webinar
Publication date:
November 1, 2013
Alliance for Water Efficiency
This webinar explores the options for water and energy utilities to work together, and provides guidance as well as specific examples of successful programs in the field.�Featured in the webinar�are two research reports that address the opportunities for partnership and the current barriers...Read more
One-Quarter of World's Agriculture Grows in Highly Water-Stressed Areas
World Resources Institute
This document provides analytical insight into WRI's Agricultural Commodities Map that reveals the tension between water availability and agricultural production.Read more
Solar Water Heating Systems Overview
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
We are increasingly using renewable energies instead of fossil fuels to do more around our homes. Since the early 1900's, people have used the sun to heat water and in today's environment of high fossil fuel costs an average family can save up to 80% of their water heating bills by...Read more
Water And Energy Nexus. Research: Summary & Recommendations
This webinar provides new information on the Water-Energy Nexus, an issue that is more important than ever and increasingly drawing national attention in the wake of President Obama's commitment to more sustainable resource management. AWE and ACEEE's related report reveals the gaps in...Read more
Geothermal Systems
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
With an increase in the number of installations of geothermal systems, a more robust understanding of how the systems work, proper installation, and the code requirements governing those installations is required. This seminar provides attendees a basic overview of how these systems function and...Read more
Water-Energy Nexus. Research: Recommendations for Future Opportunities
Water-Energy Nexus Research: Recommendations for Future Opportunities report identifies gaps in publicly available water-energy nexus research. Critical research needs include embedded energy and water values, guidelines and protocols, and regulatory barriers. The research recommendations support a...Read more
Methods used in the Global Yield Gap Atlas
Publication date:
January 1, 2013
A detalied page on the methodology and rationale for the Global Yield Gap Atlas (GYGA), including links to GYGA protocolsRead more
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