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Earth Thirst: Solving the Freshwater Crisis

New approaches help keep our water supplies safe, but much remains to be done around the world

Environment

Getting to Know Your Water

That sound you do not hear is a half-million people not sighing in relief as the reservoir that slakes the thirst of the population of Raleigh, NC, and many surrounding smaller towns nears capacity for the first time in nearly a year.And on this World Water Day, when many turn their attention to the billions in the world who lack access to clean water, it’s worth reminding ourselves that those of us who do have access to water take it for granted shamefully...

March 22, 2012 — Scott Huler
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