Water Use Crisis

What is the main cause of the water crisis?

• Increasing population

• Natural disasters

• Water pollution in oceans

• Lack of infrastructure

Which city could become the first major city to run out of water?

• Cape Town

• São Paulo

• Melbourne

• Jakarta

What percentage of the world's population lives less than ten kilometers from a freshwater source?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 100%

What is the main reason for Mexico City sinking?

• Excessive groundwater extraction

• Flooding

• Lack of rainfall

• Earthquakes

What is the main cause of the decrease in water availability?

• Increased water consumption

• Less reliable rain and snow

• Water pollution

• Lack of infrastructure

What is the largest consumer of freshwater?

• Drinking and household use

• Agriculture

• Industry

• Bottled water production

Which industry uses the most water to produce their products?

• Beverage industry

• Textile industry

• Automotive industry

• Technology industry

What is the main concern with privatizing water?

• Increased water scarcity

• Higher water prices

• Lack of access for the poor

• Environmental degradation

What is the impact of raising water prices on the poor?

• Encourages water conservation

• Increases burden on family budgets

• Improves water infrastructure

• Reduces water scarcity

What is the main reason for the success in conserving water in Cape Town?

• Strict water restrictions

• Increased piping systems

• Improved water infrastructure

• Privatization of water