Global water outlook to 2025: averting an impending crisis

IFPRI and IWMI's report uses computer modeling to project water demand and availability through to 2025 and predicts the likely impact of changes in water policy and investment, making specific recommendations for specific locations around the globe.The report argues that if current water policies continue, farmers will find it difficult to meet the world’s food needs. Hardest hit will be the world’s poorest people. The authors call for:International commitment to sustainable use of water, through appropriate policies and investments Wider application of existing water saving technologies The removal of inappropriate incentives and reform of institutions which hinder effective use of water.