In 15 Years, Nearly 2 Billion People Worldwide Will Live Where Water is Scarce
(CBS) In its “Where America Stands” series, CBS News is looking at a broad spectrum of issues facing this country in the new decade.
Americans are the world’s biggest water consumers. By 9 a.m., after showering, using the bathroom, brushing our teeth and having a cup of coffee, each of us typically has used more than 30 gallons of water.
After doing the dishes – 12 gallons per load – running the washing machine – 43 gallons per load – and watering the lawn – 10 gallons per minute – by the time we go to bed, we’ve used up to 150 gallons.
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