Title: Causes, Effects & Solutions for Water Scarcity - E&C
Headings: Water Scarcity: Causes, Effects & Solutions
Causes, Effects & Solutions for Water Scarcity
Water Scarcity: Causes, Effects & Solutions
Audio Lesson
Contents
Extent of Water Scarcity worldwide
Causes for Water Scarcity
Global warming
Farming
Excessive use of pesticides and fertilizer
Mining
Illegal dumping
Overpopulation
Soil pollution
Water pollution
Climatic factors
Altered weather patterns
Droughts
Floods
Isolation of certain remote areas
Excessive water consumption
Corrupt political systems
Political interests
Conflicts
Natural disasters
Effects of Water Shortages
Poverty
Hunger
Starvation
Thirst
Weak immune system
Decrease in crop yields
Destruction of habitats
Endangerment of species
Loss of biodiversity
Unhygienic conditions
Spread of diseases
Low levels of education
Migration
Solutions for Water Scarcity
Population control measures
Stricter regulations for farming
Reduction in the use of chemicals in farming
Reduction in mining practices
Technological advancements
Mitigate pollution
Construction of better water distribution infrastructure
Save water whenever possible
Extensive research
Education
Convince family and friends
Conclusion
Sources
About the author

Content: Excessive use of pesticides and fertilizer
Farmers also often use plenty of fertilizers and pesticides in order to maximize their crop yields. However, the excessive use of those chemical substances may pollute the soil and in turn may also pollute the groundwater, which may lead to serious water shortages for the local population in the long run. Mining
Since for mining purposes, large areas of land have to be used and processed, local rivers may become polluted or altered in their natural flowing pattern. In turn, villages close to these rivers may suffer from severe water shortages. Illegal dumping
Another significant reason for water shortages may be illegal dumping. In many countries, there are still quite lax regulations and control mechanisms regarding illegal dumping. Therefore, industries frequently dispose of their industrial garbage in nearby rivers and lakes since it is an easy and cheap way to get rid of this waste. However, this may in turn lead to serious water pollution, which may result in severe water scarcity for people who rely on the water supply from those water bodies since they may no longer be able to use the water due to the high pollution levels. Overpopulation
Our world population grows at an alarming rate. Although some economies may benefit from this population growth, it also implies an increase in overall pollution and waste production.