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Water scarcity

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The world's freshwater resources are limited and increasingly at risk. But there are many ideas and solutions across the globe.

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A man walks toward livestock in the Saudi desert.

How prepared is the Middle East for extreme heat waves?

How prepared is the Middle East for extreme heat waves?

Even though it lags in public health planning, experts say the Middle East has a lot to teach us about extreme heat.
Nature and Environment8 hours ago
A Portuguese cherry producer tends to his plants on a drought-hit farm

Portugal: Water scarcity weighs on drought-stricken economy

Portugal: Water scarcity weighs on drought-stricken economy

Portuguese politicians are still promoting economic activities that consume large amounts of water, activists point out.
BusinessJune 2, 2023
A massive container ship entering the Panama Canal

Climate change could cut off the Panama Canal

Climate change could cut off the Panama Canal

The water level in the Panama Canal is falling due to less rain. It may put global supply chains at risk.
BusinessMay 29, 2023
Fulani pastoralists collect water from a water point in Loumbel Lana, Matam region

Senegal: Life in the hottest place on Earth

Senegal: Life in the hottest place on Earth

The Senegalese region of Matam is being hit by extreme heat, making conditions even harder for Fulani nomads.
ClimateMay 27, 20238 images
Water basin in France

France: Drought sees farmers fighting over water

France: Drought sees farmers fighting over water

Despite protests, France's government is building gigantic water basins to support large farms.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 22, 202305:00 min
Two people walking along toward a body of water that has clearly receded

Water crisis in France: Drought-hit regions rely on tankers

Water crisis in France: Drought-hit regions rely on tankers

Coucouron has been getting its drinking water by road. The area was not previously considered to be at risk of drought.
ClimateMay 16, 2023
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Saving lives with early warning systems

The UN wants every person on the globe to be covered by early warning systems by 2027. But is that even possible?
Nature and EnvironmentMay 2, 2023
A huge wave crashes into rocks

Is the ocean a viable solution for water scarcity?

Desalination is energy intensive and environmentally toxic, but it is vital for human survival in dry regions.
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 22, 2023
A view shows a bridge and sandbanks of the dried-up Loire River in Montjean-sur-Loire, France

How to combat winter droughts and water shortages

Water scarcity in Italy, France and other countries is threatening this year's harvests. What to do?
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 9, 2023