How Citizens around the World are Conserving the Gift of Water

Water is our most precious gift; however, you don’t realize how important and precious it is until there is a shortage. In fact, many countries have not experienced the gift of the consistency of water. According to dosomething.org, more than 84,000 people die each year from a water-related disease. They have either experienced dirty or unsafe water for extended periods, or they have had to walk miles and miles to carry heavy jugs water when they do have access to it. Here are some ways citizens around the world are impacted by water woes.

1. Protect water from pollution.

Environmental factors, economic troubles and corrupted development impacts water pollution in third-world countries. If you have traveled to a third world country, you know that rivers are often polluted, sewage can be abnormal, and sometimes, living in waste is common. Polluted water spreads illness.

2. Importance of groundwater.

Groundwater makes up 25% of the water supply in the world. The other 75% is from lakes, rivers, oceans, and other bodies of water. Groundwater is the excess water found in the cracks and spaces in the ground. Groundwater is more crucial than we think. It helps grow our food, supply drinking water, and recharges lakes and rivers. If we can recognize the importance of groundwater and better conserve it, safe drinkable water will be easier to access. Access to groundwater is imperative for all countries.

3. Control of the population.

When the population increases, the demand for water increases. If the population continues to grow the way it is projected to grow by 2025, the entire world will face water shortages. Even if there is enough water in 10 years, it still might not be enough to meet human needs. A study from fewresources.org shows that by 2030 half of the world could live under high water stress. If we keep population control in mind, this could have an impact on our conservation of water for the future.

There are many steps we can take to better conserve water. As long as we keep educating ourselves on other countries and how other citizens are conserving water, we can better ourselves. Water conservation begins at home! Ask us how we can make your world become more water-efficient. Visit our website for ideas, or ask us on Facebook or Twitter.

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