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Adrian Healy,
Steve Ormerod,
Isabelle Durance,
Maria W,
Nia Thomas,
Manny Zarate,
and
Haydee Martinez-Zavala
Topics Covered
- Concepts in water security
- The water cycle
- Water quality
- Extreme events
- Water footprint
- Water access and ethics
- Water infrastructure
- Freshwater ecosystem decline
- Global climatic change
- Urbanisation / demographic change
- Reducing water demand
- Increasing water supply
- Catchment management
- Water governance
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Provides a comprehensive overview of water security, covering its various aspects, including water resources management, water quality, and water governance. It is written by experts in the field and valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding water security.
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A history of the water cycle and its impact on human civilization, from the earliest civilizations to the present day.
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A beautiful and informative book about the oceans, which are a major part of the water cycle.
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A simple and accessible introduction to the water cycle for younger readers.
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A Spanish-language overview of the water cycle.
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