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Saving water at work is obviously highly dependent on the type of work it is, and how much control there is over implementing water saving strategies and actions in work processes and environments. In this guide, we look at individual, as well as company wide solutions to saving water at work. (Note – this guide … Read more

In this guide, we look at several ways that schools might be able to save water. We’ve split it up into the categories of food and food waste, indirect water use, and direct water use. (Note – this guide contains general information only. Schools, teaching staff, and parents should do their own due diligence and … Read more

In this guide, we attempt to identify the cities and countries with the best fresh water supplies and resources. We look at measurables such as total amount of fresh water resources, how clean and safe tap and drinking water is, and other quantity and quality related factors for fresh water supplies in a given region … Read more

The following is a short list of the different sources of fresh water, and a description of each.   Summary – Sources Of Freshwater Sources of freshwater can be put into various different categories. Some of those different categories might include: Potable (drinking) vs non potable water (non drinking water used for activities like irrigation … Read more

The terms ‘saving water, ‘water conservation’ and ‘sustainable use of water’ are fairly general, and can be used to refer to a number of things. In this guide, we specifically outline the different ways to sustainably use and manage water, and give examples of how they can be practically implemented.   Summary – Different Ways … Read more

Water quantity and water quality are the two main categories of global water problems. This is a very short guide outlining potential solutions to global water quality related problems.   Summary – Water Quality Related Problems, & Solutions For water to be of adequate quality, it needs to be in an adequate condition for it’s … Read more

Water scarcity and high water stress are ‘water quantity’ related global (fresh) water problems. There are general solutions to these problems, whilst other solutions are far more specific to a local region or city (as different regions and cities around the world have different natural conditions/climates, and water supply related variables to deal with). Solutions … Read more

Water scarcity and water stress are problems generally related to inadequate internal fresh water resources to meet demand (withdrawal) on those resources. Different countries, cities and regions experience different levels of water stress, and some experience water scarcity. In this guide, we look at the places that have the worst problems right now, and also … Read more

Global fresh water issues and problems generally fit into one of two broad categories. In this guide, we identify these categories, and also the specific water problems associated with them. We also look to identify potential short term and long term options and solutions to address them.   Summary – Biggest Global Water Issues & … Read more

There can often be some confusion over the meaning of the phrases water scarcity, water stress and water shortage. In this guide, we outline briefly what each means, and put them in context to each other and other phrases used to describe global water issues.   Water Stress vs Water Scarcity vs Water Shortage: Similarities … Read more