The world’s freshwater supply is in demand—and under threat | Land Portal
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Essential to sustaining life and supporting a healthy environment, water is also imperative for economic growth. Yet as water demand for household, industrial, and agricultural uses grows—especially in the developing world—watersheds and irrigated lands are deteriorating and ground and surface water pollution is increasing. Climate change further exacerbates these water woes—now and in the future.

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