Water Scarcity
Climate-related issues are growing in urgency, sustainability experts say
Sustainability experts view climate change, biodiversity loss, deforestation, water scarcity, food security and water pollution as increasingly severe challenges, according to the latest GlobeScan/ERM survey. Read More
Leapfrogging water infrastructure into the 21st century
New off-grid technologies such as ‘zero-source water’ and micro-desalination could help create sustainable water supplies for remote communities. Read More
What does never-ending drought mean for California agriculture?
As water levels dip to historic lows, Blue Diamond Growers and Driscolls hope their small changes and big reaches will have immense impact. Read More
Water scarcity: A growing risk for companies and investors
Its increasing demand in the midst of plummeting supply spells trouble for businesses. Read More
How the West Coast fires and the volatile chemicals tainting America’s drinking water are connected
Manufactured substances known as volatile organic compounds contaminate drinking water around the U.S. — and recent wildfires are making the situation worse. Read More
A corporate water strategy manifesto: We can and will do better
The statistics on water scarcity, poor quality, inequity and lack of access to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene remain appalling and unacceptable. Read More
Companies blind to risks of water pollution and scarcity, and the untapped opportunity to address it
With the private sector withdrawing and polluting more water than ever, bigger and bolder action is needed. Read More
Western states buy time with a 7-year Colorado River drought plan, but face a hotter, drier future
Dry years like 2018 are the likely future — leaders must begin planning for them now. Read More
What is a post-CSR water stewardship strategy?
Perhaps, it's simply a water strategy? Read More
Drought, what drought? The Colorado River Basin dance
Considering the painful economic impact of anticipated water shortages, the private sector should be far more involved in the plan forward. Read More
