Water Consumption - Global Perspectives

Let's start with a basic question. Which of the following food items typically requires the least amount of water to produce?

• Almonds

• Chicken

• Avocado

• Wheat

What is the approximate water footprint for 200 grams of rice?

• 250 liters

• 500 liters

• 750 liters

• 1000 liters

• All the options are actually possible with the condition of the rice being great if followed by specific practices like SRI

Which of the foods do we eat have a very high water footprint? It doesn't have to be an ingredient. Give some creative examples!

The second highest water usage by humans among these options is...

• Domestic Use

• Hydro power Generation

• Livestock Farming

• Industry

• Agriculture

Why does being vegan help reduce water consumption compared to an omnivore diet? List three reasons. No justification necessarily needed.

What is the primary reason for high water footprint of beef production?

• Water used for livestock drinking

• Water used for feed crop irrigation

• Water used for meat processing

• Water used for transportation

• Water used for agriculture production

Highlight two distinct approaches in the production of beef and sweet potato in terms of water conservation efforts.

Circle different regions that were most affected by water scarcity (more than one if possible. Avoid circling a whole continent.)

When considering different perspectives on meat production, which aspect becomes the most relevant when also considering water consumption? (The answer is focused more on the global impact, but if you agree with the other perspective, that is fine.)

• Cultural heritage and traditional practices rooted in meat consumption

• The economic consequences of shifting away from meat production, potential job losses in the agricultural sector, despite the environmental benefits of reducing water usage in meat production.

• The dilemma of balancing animal welfare concerns with the environmental impact of meat production

• Health implications and nutritional value of meat consumption

• The geopolitical implications of water scarcity increased by intensive meat production practices, especially in regions already facing water stress and competition for resources.

Draw a brief "Before and After" of Global Perspective in terms of water consumption and water conservation (Idea: draw a planet)