In my last post, I talked about how critical clean and efficient use of water is to local economies as well as to our very existence.

FORBES: Water Technologies Part II: Market Opportunities and Challenges for Water Innovation

Some European regulations will have to be altered in order to ensure the efficient use of energy, water and raw materials, and to protect the natural environment.

FORBES: Sad Stupidity at the European Commission

Our efforts will help increase farmer incomes, lead to more efficient use of pesticides, fertilizer and water, and provide fresher produce for our customers.

FORBES: Walmart Flexes Its Sustainability Muscles

Success would not only increase yields, but also reduce the need for water and fertilisers, since C4 plants make more efficient use of both.

ECONOMIST: Genetic modification

Among the energy-saving options, two promising technology switches are the electrification of transportation (electric vehicles can be about four times as energy-efficient as standard fossil-fuel vehicles) and the use of electric-powered heat pumps to deliver winter heating and hot water (heat pumps can be four times as energy-efficient as standard heaters).

CNN: Commentary: Let's get real about alternative energy