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New public service media project: Water Blues Green Solutions

Posted Tue, 2013/06/04 - 3:39pm by RCAP

Water is a limited resource, essential for life. Just as we recognize the value of water, so must we recognize the value of natural systems to store, clean, and maintain clean and fresh water.

The Guardian (UK): Global majority faces water shortages 'within two generations'

Posted Mon, 2013/06/03 - 9:17am by RCAP

An article in London's The Guardian reports on a warning by hundreds of scientists last week that a majority of the world's population, including in developed countries like the United States, is reaching a tipping point where easy access to fresh, clean water will no longer be easily available. They cite climate change, pollution and over-use of resources.

Peter Gleick: Water Wars? Here in the United States?

Posted Fri, 2013/05/10 - 10:58am by RCAP

Dr. Peter Gleick, president and co-founder of the Pacific Institute and a renowned expert, innovator, and communicator on water and climate issues, asks the question about water wars occuring in the United States.

Read Gleick's article