water supply

"Water scarcity and food security [in 11 African countries] are analyzed from a range of perspectives. What are the future predictions regarding population increase and climate change, and how will these affect development in Nile Basin countries? What are . . . water theories addressing the above issues, and what are the main challenges the Nile Basin countries will face in a context that is also strongly shaped by its history?"--Back cover.

A collection of essays on the history of the Nile River as a water source.

"... Argues that sustainable water sharing in the twenty-first century can only happen through open, democratic dialogue and local collective action"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the growing problem of polluted water around the globe, and looks at what is being done to solve the problem.

Addresses concerns people have about drinking water supplies in America and Canada, answering questions about health issues, sources, federal regulations, and other related topics, and including sources of additional information.

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

"Describes careers as a plumber, the training needed, and career outlooks"--Provided by publisher.

Cody is worried when his family on a New Mexico Navajo reservation runs out of water, but Darlene Arviso, called "The Water Lady," is on the way with her tanker truck. Includes glossary of Navajo terms and notes about Arviso and life on a reservation.

Explores how science is being used to create sustainable water.

"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.