ABSTRACT
The ability of companies to grow through the inefficient use of resources is becoming more limited due to increased competition for these resources and increased prices. Fortunately, several examples of resource-stewardship best practices and innovation show how to address the stresses to the energy–water–food nexus. Like most methods of generating energy, nuclear power relies on large amounts of water for cooling – and nuclear plants do require a tremendous amount of water. A 2013 report from the Grace Communications Foundation profiled Browns Ferry as an example of some of the challenges within the energy–water nexus. In the Nile Basin, development of capacity for biofuels and hydropower provide opportunities for collaboration and regional integration by sharing the benefits associated with water and energy. South Africa is a water-scarce country with low rainfall – about 50% of the world average – and one of the lowest runoffs in the world.
