Study links 122 fossil fuel producers to Western U.S. water shortages

Researchers attribute a significant portion of the American West's intensifying drought to water consumption and greenhouse-gas emissions from major oil, gas, and coal companies.

First covered Sep 22, 2026 · 4:00 AM PT · 1 article

Study links 122 fossil fuel producers to Western U.S. water shortages — Image via yaleclimateconnections.org

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4d Yale Climate Connections Scientists link fossil fuel producers to the West’s worsening water shortages — A new study blames 122 companies for contributing to severe drought in the region.

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Appeared in: 2026-09-22 (#5)

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