Peruvian glaciers have shrunk by 25% since 1987, causing water shortages in rural villages. But ancient technology could help manage this precious resource.
A project in the Western Himalaya has highlighted some valuable lessons for the future.
Paris successfully took water back into public ownership. There is growing evidence to suggest England should do the same.
There are already many countries where the scarcity of water affects people’s lives. While water for drinking may be first to come to mind, as agriculture is the largest use of water worldwide water scarcity…
Unless action is taken, the UK will be unable to supply its own water needs in the future – we should look to water-scarce regions such as California for inspiration.
Our colleagues from editions of The Conversation around the globe share their favourite solutions-focused stories.
Unlike this time, the dry summer of 1976 followed a particularly dry year.
An expert in water science explains the mysterious chemistry behind water treatment.
Energy-efficient water supply is a wicked problem – and we might have found a way to solve it.
Paracetamol has been detected in rivers around the world.
