The chart illustrates water consumption in San Diego, California, and the rest of the world. The data measures usage across residential, industrial, and agricultural sectors.
Overall, it is noticeable that residential water consumption constitutes the highest proportion in both San Diego and California. In contrast, the leading sector in other countries is agriculture.
To begin with, residential water usage is notably high in both regions. Specifically, 60% of water in San Diego is consumed for residential purposes, followed by California at 39%. In other countries, the total residential usage is only 8%.
However, the majority of water usage in other countries is directed towards agricultural purposes, which starkly contrasts with the consumption patterns in San Diego and California.
In terms of industrial water consumption, it accounts for over 20% in all regions. California stands out with a notable 33%, while San Diego aligns with the global average at 23%.