Water Economics Policy and Governance Network <\/a>says it\u2019s a reminder about the importance of being aware of water-related challenges.<\/p>\n\u201cWe are relatively fortunate in Canada because we have, in most cases, access to clean drinking water,\u201d he says. \u201cThat\u2019s not true in most of the world.<\/p>\n
\u201cShortages of water and shortages of clean water affect every dimension of people\u2019s lives. It\u2019s a big problem.\u201d<\/p>\n
From health issues associated with a lack of clean drinking water to hydro disruptions related to water shortages, Renzetti says there are massive social problems associated with water challenges.<\/p>\n
He says the demand for water is rapidly growing as the world\u2019s population continues to climb and the need for food and energy skyrockets.<\/p>\n
However, our available water sources aren\u2019t growing with the demand.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe still have the same water supply the dinosaurs did,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n
Renzetti says water is one of the areas where we can see climate change in action. From droughts and floods to severe storms, these manifestations of climate change threaten infrastructure and food supplies around the world.<\/p>\n
\u201cWater \u2014 it\u2019s really where climate change shows up and it\u2019s a massive threat to wealthy countries,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n
Associate Professor Tim Heinmiller says while many parts of Canada have an abundance of water, some areas face serious issues including northern communities, which don\u2019t have proper water delivery systems, and the southern prairies, which battle water scarcity.<\/p>\n
He says water literally touches all aspects of our lives, including the Canadian economy. In Niagara, much of the manufacturing that goes on involves water in processes or as a means of transport.<\/p>\n
Heinmiller says unfortunately it often takes a tragic event to get the public\u2019s attention on water-related issues. He says World Water Day is a good opportunity to talk about water, its importance and the impact it has on our lives.<\/p>\n
\u201cWater is a source of life,\u201d he says. \u201cThere\u2019s no living being on Earth who can survive without water.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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