Water scarcity


Drilling a borehole to reach groundwater

The world water map – accounting for every drop

ByGeographical StaffFeb 2, 2024
Can we map our way out of future water shortages? A new tool is helping scientists identify areas where demand exceeds supply
Groundwater reserve Arizona

USA groundwater reserves being depleted at alarming rate

ByCharlotte HallSep 25, 2023
Water reserves are being depleted at a dangerous rate, the New York Times has revealed, their depletion could be disastrous for the USA
Review: The Last Drop by Tim Smedley

Review: The Last Drop by Tim Smedley

ByMark RoweMay 26, 2023

A ring of pale rock illustrates the low water level in Lake Mead on the Nevada–Arizona border. Image: Sergii Figurnyi/Shutterstock…

Water scarcity in Africa a ‘myth’

Water scarcity in Africa a ‘myth’

ByBryony CottamJun 19, 2022
Researchers debunk the myth that water in Africa is scarce, blaming poor management of existing reserves instead