Har Ek Boond | Countermeasures for water crisis around the world

Numerous lives, across globe, are affected by water stress. According to studies, almost 1.8 billion people around world, accounting to a quarter of world’s population, in 17 countries are moving towards a severe water short in next few years. Two countries among  highly water stressed areas are India and Pakistan. remaining countries are located in  Middle East and rrn Africa. However, reports based on global opinion polls state that water short has led to a shift in public perception of value of water. global citizens are realizing that water is t a commodity and needs to be treated as a precious resource. Here are a few methods that can come handy in reversing water stress situation: 

Spreing awareness about need for change in consumption and lifestyle  

re is need for reiterating fact that neglect or igrance often is a result of less kwledge. re is a need for educating mass about looming water scarcity and importance of freshwater table. concept of abundant water mostly les to an indifference towards water conservation in individuals. kwledge about hazards of water scarcity can inspire people into changing ir consumption practices or at least be mindful of same.  

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Recycle Freshwater 

Freshwater sources today are t as abundant as y were once. cause for this can be  icreasing population, climate change and unpredictable rainfall patterns in many countries around world, or negligence of people in ir consumption and wast of water. Recycling freshwater is becoming a method used for cutting water imports in many countries. recycled water, even if t fit for drinking, is being used for all or water-related activities.  

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Improving water conservation practices 

Almost 70% of world’s freshwater is used for agriculture. Improvising irrigation methods, like opting drip irrigation system inste of sprinklers can go a long way in cutting down water consumption. Minimal use of water in agricultural practices can le to closure of supply and demand gaps around world. Water harvesting is one of most reliable methods of water conservation. Countries like India, Pakistan have opted similar water catchment systems. se practices can be taken up by countries with reliable source of water.  

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Efficient Desalination plants 

In recent times, process of desalination, that is to remove salt and minerals from saline water, is becoming a common practice to help in supply of drinkable water. However, desalination plants are causing major havoc in environment as y consume energy nine times more than treatment of surface water. governments of many countries have suggested solar run treatment plants for process of desalination. shift in energy source can help in protection of air quality as well while improving water quality.  

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process of implementing water conservation methods become more efficient with involvement of community organizations. community helps in providing a voice to individuals who want to make a change. people coming toger also ensures effective policy changes on a national and global scale. Here’s how you can contribute in making a difference and making every drop of water count. Log on to www.republicworld.com or give a missed call on 1800 120 887788.