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OMG sciencefromNature10 months agoHow to address agriculture's water woesClimate change challenges agriculture's ability to adapt to water scarcity.
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fromwww.dw.com4 months agoMiscellaneousWhat is desertification and why does it matter? DW 12/04/2024Desertification threatens half of the planet's land, impacting agriculture, food security, and driving mass displacement.
fromwww.dw.com2 weeks agoEnvironmentWhy does Brazil struggle with water crises? DW 04/16/2025Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing as water scarcity issues arise.
philosophyfromA Philosopher's Blog2 months ago"Re-Drinking" WaterIncreasing human population and contamination are leading to significant water shortages.Climate change impacts water availability, creating localized shortages despite overall water abundance.
Environmentfromwww.dw.com2 weeks agoWhy Brazil faces a water crisis DW 04/16/2025Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing due to increasing water scarcity, driven by climate change and mismanagement.
OMG sciencefromNature10 months agoHow to address agriculture's water woesClimate change challenges agriculture's ability to adapt to water scarcity.
OMG sciencefromwww.npr.org8 months agoWater treaty between Mexico and U.S. faces biggest test in 80 yearsThe water-sharing treaty between the U.S. and Mexico is critically challenged by significant delivery shortfalls and climate change effects.
fromwww.dw.com4 months agoMiscellaneousWhat is desertification and why does it matter? DW 12/04/2024Desertification threatens half of the planet's land, impacting agriculture, food security, and driving mass displacement.
fromwww.dw.com2 weeks agoEnvironmentWhy does Brazil struggle with water crises? DW 04/16/2025Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing as water scarcity issues arise.
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France newsfromThe Local France1 month agoDrought-prone southern France to inaugurate first 'air-to-water' plantA southern French département will launch the world's first 'air-to-water' plant in 2026 to address water scarcity.
Environmentfromwww.dw.com1 month agoWhere fog is helping against water shortages DW 03/16/2025Fog harvesting is an effective solution for water shortages in arid regions, providing a sustainable source of fresh water for communities.
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Miscellaneousfromwww.theguardian.com3 months agoWhat do the Los Angeles fires tell us about the coming water wars? | Judith LevineThe conflict over water access brings attention to systemic inequalities exacerbated by privatization and austerity measures.
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fromwww.theguardian.com7 months agoOMG scienceThe solar pump revolution could bring water to millions of Africans but it must be sustainable and fair | Alan MacDonaldGroundwater reserves in sub-Saharan Africa offer a sustainable solution for water scarcity, particularly with solar technology advancements.
fromTechCrunch3 months agoEuropean startupsFull Nature Farms launches smart irrigation system at CES 2025 to reduce agricultural water waste | TechCrunchAgriculture faces significant challenges with water scarcity and inefficiency; innovative solutions are crucial for sustainable farming.Full Nature Farms offers a revolutionary smart irrigation platform that can greatly improve water efficiency and crop yields.
fromwww.theguardian.com7 months agoOMG scienceThe solar pump revolution could bring water to millions of Africans but it must be sustainable and fair | Alan MacDonaldGroundwater reserves in sub-Saharan Africa offer a sustainable solution for water scarcity, particularly with solar technology advancements.
fromTechCrunch3 months agoEuropean startupsFull Nature Farms launches smart irrigation system at CES 2025 to reduce agricultural water waste | TechCrunchAgriculture faces significant challenges with water scarcity and inefficiency; innovative solutions are crucial for sustainable farming.Full Nature Farms offers a revolutionary smart irrigation platform that can greatly improve water efficiency and crop yields.
MiscellaneousfromEarth9114 months agoBest of Earth911 Podcast: Supermodel Georgie Badiel Brings Clean Water to Burkina FasoGeorgie Badiel is leveraging her celebrity to address water scarcity in Burkina Faso through her foundation.
fromFast Company7 months agoOMG scienceNew Mexico's rural towns are proposing a controversial solution to extreme droughtNew Mexico is exploring regulations to repurpose toxic wastewater from drilling as a resource amidst drought.
OMG sciencefromLos Angeles Times8 months agoVery thirsty bees close down parts of Joshua Tree National ParkIncrease in bee activity has caused temporary closures of parts of Joshua Tree National Park due to water scarcity.