water-supply

Water. It's the earth's most valuable resource. Our cities are powered by it, countless industries depend on it, and all living things need it to survive. But it's very possible that in the near future, there won't be enough to sustain life on our planet. This film sheds light on the vital role water plays in our lives, exposes the defects in the current system, and shows communities already struggling with its ill effects.

"This book provides a broad overview of water, sanitation, and hygiene problems faced by both developing and developed nations around the globe and suggests how these problems can be solved by imaginative and innovative thinking"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the costs related to drinking water.

The hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth--from glaciers and ice to rivers and oceans. People use water every day. This title asks the question, how much do you use? Readers will learn how humans use water, how humans positively and negatively affect water, and how to protect the water supply. Meets Next Generation Science Standards.

A collection of twenty-three essays that provides varying perspectives on issues regarding the cause of water scarcity, how water is used as a political tool, solutions for reducing water scarcity, and related topics.

A collection of twenty-three essays that provides varying perspectives on issues regarding the cause of water scarcity, how water is used as a political tool, solutions for reducing water scarcity, and related topics.

"A boy washing the dishes wonders where the water goes, and the story follows water drops as they travel through the city sewer system, treatment plant, and back again"--Provided by publisher.

"This book provides insight into water and creates a more profound understanding of the current water predicament. It focuses on the health of our planet surrounding water and uses technologically advanced sytems to reveal the damage and destruction brought on by humans. Focus is put on our attempts to control water and our reckless actions that threaten water availability."--.

Examines clean water, discussing what exists now, how global access is being devoloped, along with some of the challenges and possible solutions.