Water Scarcity Atlas Water Glossary
Water Scarcity Atlas Water Glossary
Publication Year:
2023
Authors:
Water Scarcity Atlas
Language:
English
Affiliated Orgs.:
The Water Scarcity Atlas
Resource Type:
Glossary
The Water Scarcity Atlas offers a detailed glossary on water scarcity concepts. It defines “water scarcity” as insufficient water resources to meet regional demands, influenced by factors like climate change and poor management. “Water stress” is highlighted as demand surpassing supply, potentially leading to conflicts, compromised health, and agricultural challenges.
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Resource Information
Resource Type
Glossary
Publication Year
2023
Author
Water Scarcity Atlas
Language
English
Organizational Affiliation
The Water Scarcity Atlas
Business Connect Takeaways
The Water Scarcity Atlas provides a glossary of terms related to water scarcity, including definitions of key concepts and technical terms.
Water scarcity: The glossary defines water scarcity as “the lack of sufficient available water resources to meet the demands of water usage within a region.” The glossary notes that water scarcity can be caused by a variety of factors, including climate change, population growth, and poor water management practices.
Water stress: The glossary defines water stress as “the condition that occurs when the demand for water exceeds the available amount during a certain period or when poor quality restricts its use.” The glossary notes that water stress can lead to a range of negative impacts, including reduced agricultural productivity, increased conflicts over water resources, and compromised human health.