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Forever Chemicals' Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study Finds

Treated wastewater, increasingly relied upon due to water scarcity, is contaminated with harmful forever chemicals linked to serious health risks.
#food-security

Report: Climate Crisis Is Causing 3 Quarters of the World's Land to Dry Out

Climate change is severely affecting water availability and soil salinity, posing risks to food security and ecosystems globally.

What is desertification and why does it matter? DW 12/04/2024

Desertification threatens half of the planet's land, impacting agriculture, food security, and driving mass displacement.

The solar pump revolution could bring water to millions of Africans but it must be sustainable and fair | Alan MacDonald

Groundwater reserves in sub-Saharan Africa offer a sustainable solution for water scarcity, particularly with solar technology advancements.

Full Nature Farms launches smart irrigation system at CES 2025 to reduce agricultural water waste | TechCrunch

Agriculture faces significant challenges with water scarcity and inefficiency; innovative solutions are crucial for sustainable farming.
Full Nature Farms offers a revolutionary smart irrigation platform that can greatly improve water efficiency and crop yields.

Report: Climate Crisis Is Causing 3 Quarters of the World's Land to Dry Out

Climate change is severely affecting water availability and soil salinity, posing risks to food security and ecosystems globally.

What is desertification and why does it matter? DW 12/04/2024

Desertification threatens half of the planet's land, impacting agriculture, food security, and driving mass displacement.

The solar pump revolution could bring water to millions of Africans but it must be sustainable and fair | Alan MacDonald

Groundwater reserves in sub-Saharan Africa offer a sustainable solution for water scarcity, particularly with solar technology advancements.

Full Nature Farms launches smart irrigation system at CES 2025 to reduce agricultural water waste | TechCrunch

Agriculture faces significant challenges with water scarcity and inefficiency; innovative solutions are crucial for sustainable farming.
Full Nature Farms offers a revolutionary smart irrigation platform that can greatly improve water efficiency and crop yields.
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#climate-change

Three-Quarters of the Earth Has Gotten Permanently Drier

Climate change is causing permanent dryness on most of Earth's land, affecting ecosystems and human life drastically.

The Outrageous Scheme to Capture and Sell Greenland's Meltwater

Shipping meltwater from Greenland could alleviate water shortages worldwide while boosting the local economy.

The water bubble is about to burst

The U.S. is experiencing a 'water bubble' due to water scarcity, poor infrastructure, and waste, threatening future water availability.

How to address agriculture's water woes

Climate change challenges agriculture's ability to adapt to water scarcity.

Water treaty between Mexico and U.S. faces biggest test in 80 years

The water-sharing treaty between the U.S. and Mexico is critically challenged by significant delivery shortfalls and climate change effects.

Nearly all of US states are facing droughts, an unprecedented number

The U.S. is experiencing unprecedented drought conditions, now affecting over 150 million people across most states.

Three-Quarters of the Earth Has Gotten Permanently Drier

Climate change is causing permanent dryness on most of Earth's land, affecting ecosystems and human life drastically.

The Outrageous Scheme to Capture and Sell Greenland's Meltwater

Shipping meltwater from Greenland could alleviate water shortages worldwide while boosting the local economy.

The water bubble is about to burst

The U.S. is experiencing a 'water bubble' due to water scarcity, poor infrastructure, and waste, threatening future water availability.

How to address agriculture's water woes

Climate change challenges agriculture's ability to adapt to water scarcity.

Water treaty between Mexico and U.S. faces biggest test in 80 years

The water-sharing treaty between the U.S. and Mexico is critically challenged by significant delivery shortfalls and climate change effects.

Nearly all of US states are facing droughts, an unprecedented number

The U.S. is experiencing unprecedented drought conditions, now affecting over 150 million people across most states.
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Best of Earth911 Podcast: Supermodel Georgie Badiel Brings Clean Water to Burkina Faso

Georgie Badiel is leveraging her celebrity to address water scarcity in Burkina Faso through her foundation.

Atmospheric Water Generators

Atmospheric Water Generators provide a sustainable solution for clean water by extracting moisture from air to meet water scarcity challenges.

Farmers in Mexico Don't Trust New President to Defend Their Water From Hoarding

Indigenous activists and farmers in Mexico are battling corporate agriculture's environmental destruction and water exploitation, facing violence and resistance efforts.

New Mexico's rural towns are proposing a controversial solution to extreme drought

New Mexico is exploring regulations to repurpose toxic wastewater from drilling as a resource amidst drought.

Proposed Calif. motel in jeopardy as town's water supply dwindles

Cambria's water crisis has created conflict over a proposed motel, highlighting the complexities of growth and resource management in a coastal community.

Very thirsty bees close down parts of Joshua Tree National Park

Increase in bee activity has caused temporary closures of parts of Joshua Tree National Park due to water scarcity.

40% of the world's water needs will go unmet by 2030 as desalination tech plateaus

Water scarcity is a global challenge impacting one in four people, with innovative solutions urgently needed.
#sustainability

Tackling water shortages with 'Star Wars' tech

Uravu Labs in India is converting air to water using atmospheric water generators to address water scarcity issues, although scaling and costs remain a challenge.

Her dried-up yard won an 'Ugliest Lawn' award. She hopes it inspires others.

Kathleen Murray won the "World's Ugliest Lawn" contest for her overgrown lawn in Tasmania.
The contest was designed to bring attention to water scarcity and promote sustainable landscaping practices.

Tackling water shortages with 'Star Wars' tech

Uravu Labs in India is converting air to water using atmospheric water generators to address water scarcity issues, although scaling and costs remain a challenge.

Her dried-up yard won an 'Ugliest Lawn' award. She hopes it inspires others.

Kathleen Murray won the "World's Ugliest Lawn" contest for her overgrown lawn in Tasmania.
The contest was designed to bring attention to water scarcity and promote sustainable landscaping practices.
moresustainability

Patients with chronic illnesses in Gaza failing to get treatment, doctors warn

Chronic illnesses at risk due to conflict
Limited access to healthcare in Gaza
#environmental-impact

India Is Building a Mega-River

The National River Linking Project in India aims to address water scarcity issues through a large-scale engineering initiative, but experts debate the potential risks and benefits.

Walters: California seeks more resilient water supply as usual foes battle for access

Water availability shapes California's economy and ongoing disputes.

India Is Building a Mega-River

The National River Linking Project in India aims to address water scarcity issues through a large-scale engineering initiative, but experts debate the potential risks and benefits.

Walters: California seeks more resilient water supply as usual foes battle for access

Water availability shapes California's economy and ongoing disputes.
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Thousands of Central California residents could lose their sole source of water. What to know

Residents face water supply uncertainty due to budget cuts.

The Decline of the Rio Grande

The closure of a sugar mill in Texas due to water scarcity impacts jobs, economy, and emotions in the region.

Ciudades y estados mexicanos podrian quedarse sin agua. Cual es la solucion? - Modern Farmer

Water scarcity is a critical issue faced by many residents in the City of Oaxaca, Mexico, leading to challenges in daily water access.
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