water conservation

"Today, 785 million people are living without access to safe water. Water-related illnesses are responsible for almost 1 million deaths each year. Clean water should be a basic human right, but far too few people have access to it. In this informative text, readers will study the global water crisis, how it reached its current state, and its impact on the environment and human lives. Real-life examples of the steps being taken to save Earth's water resources and improve the quality and availability of drinking water will inspire budding environmentalists to take action"--Provided by publisher.

" ... covers content and skills for Option A for Paper 1 of the IBDP Geography syllabus (for first examinations 2019). The 124 page book is profusely illustrated, and follows the order, content and organisation of the syllabus precisely... with detailed case studies from all parts of the world. Student questions and exercises encourage critical thinking skills and a spirit of enquiry"--Publisher provided.

Contains facts, charts, and statistics from a variety of sources that provide information about water, discussing water use, surface and ground water, drinking water, oceans and coastal waters, wetlands, water in the arid West, and acid rain. Includes a glossary and references.

Explores clean water in modern environmentalism through the lenses of history, geography, civics, and economics.

Find out how you can make water conservation a part of your life, and help turn the tide of climate change.

"Many people around the world don't have clean water. Fog often goes unused by people. Fog nets can provide communities with clean, cheap water. [This book] looks at the science behind the technology and how it can improve the lives of whole communities"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces readers to environmentalist concepts including drought, water conservation, and wetlands conservation, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids who have made a difference.

"Everyone needs water, and there are plenty of ways to save it! Super Grover and friends explain the ways we use water and how to use less, from turning off faucets to choosing shorter showers"--From the publisher's web site.

"Water is the first medicine. It affects and connects us all . . . When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth and poison her people's water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource"--OCLC.

Presents a short study on water conservation, and describes where the water comes from, what happens to waste water, and how people can save water at home and at school.