Water is essential to life. Yet, despite being paramount to human survival, we use more than we have. In fact, the amount of water on Earth is not as plentiful as we think. Yes, our planet is covered by 70% of water. But only 2.5% of that is freshwater that we can drink. However, 99% […]
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Environment, Health, Strategy, Sustainability
SDG6 and water insecurity Access to clean drinking water may seem like the most basic of human rights and yet billions of people do not have that. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), 1 in 3 people do not have access to safe drinking water. One of the Sustainable Development Goals drafted by the
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Business, Innovation, Science, Technology
Water is fundamental for human survival, the production of food, and for the thrivability of plants, animals, and natural ecosystems. When water is scarce, the consequences can be catastrophic. What is water theft? Water theft is a global issue that occurs when companies and individuals steal water (Loch, 2020). It can mean taking water from
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Environment, Sustainability
Available freshwater sources are expected to decline with changes to rainfall patterns accompanying global climate change (McGee, 2013). As our population grows, so does the pressure on water sources for consumption. To ensure future supplies of fresh and clean water, sustainable water management must become a priority in all countries. It would allow a nation
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Energy, Environment, Government, Sustainability
Every year, trillions of discarded cigarette butts end up negatively impacting the environment by blocking waterways and leaching toxic heavy metals. Discarded cigarettes are a huge source of water pollution, especially because cigarette filters break down into microplastics, which are toxic for aquatic organisms. Did you know, cigarettes are the most littered item on Earth?
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Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
As part of our innovation series, where we look at solutions for the future, this week we examine the Zero Mass Water SOURCE hydropanels providing clean water.
All-in-one clean water solution Read Post »
Innovation, Sustainability
