Oct 12 2009
Is London Heading For a Water Crunch?
Predictions indicate that the United Kingdom is headed toward future water shortages in both ground water and surface water sources. blog.climatecrunch.co.uk
drought
Oct 5 2009
Australia calls for urban water savings proposals in small towns and cities
The Rudd Government is seeking proposals to develop and implement practical projects to help secure urban water supplies in Australian towns and cities with fewer than 50000 people. – thegovmonitor.com
By Ed Boutros • Water Issues • • Tags: Australia water, Australian water, drought, EAL, secure water supplies, Water Security Plan
Oct 2 2009
NY Times – Southeast Drought Study Ties Water Shortage to Population, Not Global Warming
Researchers also concluded that rapid population growth was more responsible for the severe water shortages than rainfall patterns were. – NYTimes.com
By Ed Boutros • Water Issues • • Tags: drought, EAL, overpopulation, rapid population growth, severe water shortages
Jan 15 2010
America’s Dwindling Water Supply
Americans are the world’s biggest water consumers. By 9 a.m., after showering, using the bathroom, brushing our teeth and having a cup of coffee, each of us typically has used more than 30 gallons of water. – cbsnews.com
By Ed Boutros • Water Issues • • Tags: drought, Environmental Associates, Great Lakes, water usage, world biggest water