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Water Wars
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Water Wars
Today, the worlds water supply is being threatened by contamination, increasing droughts, global warming, and water privatization. This is leading to water shortages and growing conflicts around the world over water.
Scientists and environmentalist have taken action and are fighting on all fronts, actively working on ways to address the issue. Many of these projects show great promise. Whether or not they can make a big enough impact depend on their progress keeping up with the world's growing population.
DRINKING WATER
The reality is, our planet has a limited supply of drinking water. And since water is necessary for life on earth, our future depends on us finding ways to preserve it's water supply. With all the amazing technology we're creating, infrastructure were building, and projects we're working on to improve our lives, none of them will matter if our earth runs out of drinkable water.
OCEAN WATER
The Pollutants and Containment's that are being added to our oceans threaten the sea life. Many people are not aware about how important the ocean is to us. If our sea life becomes extinct or uneatable due to containment's means the lose a of a major food source. We also risk destroying the corral reefs that protect many of our shores from eroding.
Scientists and environmentalist have taken action and are fighting on all fronts, actively working on ways to address the issue. Many of these projects show great promise. Whether or not they can make a big enough impact depend on their progress keeping up with the world's growing population.
DRINKING WATER
The reality is, our planet has a limited supply of drinking water. And since water is necessary for life on earth, our future depends on us finding ways to preserve it's water supply. With all the amazing technology we're creating, infrastructure were building, and projects we're working on to improve our lives, none of them will matter if our earth runs out of drinkable water.
OCEAN WATER
The Pollutants and Containment's that are being added to our oceans threaten the sea life. Many people are not aware about how important the ocean is to us. If our sea life becomes extinct or uneatable due to containment's means the lose a of a major food source. We also risk destroying the corral reefs that protect many of our shores from eroding.
Concerns & Fears
The some of the chemicals we use and trash we dispose of are finding their way into our rivers and oceans
Along with that many cities have water systems made up of old lead pipes that can leach lead into the drinking water. Lead water can cause major health problems and learning disabilities.
Along with that many cities have water systems made up of old lead pipes that can leach lead into the drinking water. Lead water can cause major health problems and learning disabilities.
Climate Change is leading to increased droughts in certain regions around the world. The reduced water levels in these water stress areas not only make it difficult to provide drinkable water for their populations but also thewater needed for their crops in order to grow food.
Water Privatization is when a private company owned and runs a public water system. While advocates of privatization point out situations where private sector has improved some communities water system, there are also instances where they have worsen it with increase rates, deteriorating pipes, etc...
The biggest fear is that once a company own a water system they may be more motivated for profit then the local environmental and community. Many poor would be unable to afford
The biggest fear is that once a company own a water system they may be more motivated for profit then the local environmental and community. Many poor would be unable to afford
Water conflict is a term describing a conflict between countries, states, or groups over an access to water resources. The United Nations recognizes that water disputes result from opposing interests of water users, public or private. ... This database lists violence over water going back nearly 6,000 years.
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Ways You Can Help
We’re usually not aware that we may be using more water then need. Here's some tips to reduce waste:
- Full Laundry Load, don’t just wash a few items
- Fill Dishwasher, don’t just wash a few dishes at a time.
- Don’t let water run while brushing teeth
- Don't let water run while shaving
People would surprised how much water is wasted from small leaks over time. Here's some tips to reduce waste:
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- Stop Faucet Leaks
- Stop Pipe Leaks
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To prevent trash from entering into our oceans and rivers. Here's some tips:
- Avoid Plastic Shopping Bags Use
- Proper Dispose of Trash
- Don’t litter, especially on beaches
We need to keep clean and maintain a healthy hygiene but lot of water is used when showering. Here’s some tips to reduce waste:
- Take shorter showers
- Take less showers
- Take a bath instead
- Low Flush
- Bio
Crops require water. When limit food waste would lead to less crop growth and the water need for the crops
- Don’t use auto lawn sprinkles. Instead water manually an only when need
- Use munch around trees
- Avoid pouring chemicals down sink
- Avoid pouring chemicals into sewer or ground
- Dispose of chemicals with city programs
History
1870s - 1881
1870s - 1881
The Tularosa Ditch Wars, violent conflict over water rights
1883-1884
1883-1884
The “Texas Fence Cutters Range War“ see cattleman clash over water.
1903
1903
16 people are killed during protest and riots, in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad,when the government raises water prices.
1928-1930
1928-1930
China's worst drought took place, taking the lives of over 10 million people
1930s
1930s
Drought conditions lead to the "Dust Bowl", a period of extreme dust storms through Mid-West America and Canada.
1997
1997
- The Great Pacific Dump, an enormous mass of floating debris is discovered in the Pacific Ocean.
1993
1993
South Africa cuts off black community's water
1993
1993
The U.N. General Assembly designates March 22 as World Water Day.
December 15, 2014
December 15, 2014
Flint, Michigan mayor declares a state of emergency after testing of city water show it being unsafe for drinking and cooking.
January 2018
January 2018
- Cape Town announced it was 90 days away of running out of water.
Wabot Robot
Waseda University initiated the WABOT project in 1967, and in 1972 completed the WABOT-1, the world's first full-scale humanoid intelligent robot. It was the first android, able to walk, communicate with a person in Japanese (with an artificial mouth), measure distances and directions to the objects using external receptors (artificial ears and eyes), and grip and transport objects with hands.
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