2016-17 Annual Report: Improving Our Environment
Hot, humid summers always lead to thoughts of water conservation. The next time you get a cold glass of water or jump in the pool, know that CPS Energy is doing its part to save both energy and water. We save an estimated 10 billion gallons of Edwards Aquifer water each year!
How? Our power plants need water to make energy. Back in the 1960s, leaders at our company had the foresight to build two cooling reservoirs – Braunig and Calaveras Lakes – which are filled with recycled wastewater from the San Antonio River. Today, people enjoy fishing and boating at the lakes, which preserve valuable drinking water.
Read more about how we take care of our environment on page 29 of our FY 2016-17 Annual Report.
