CLEAN : All regions experienced water extremes in 2021, says WMO chief

The video discusses the impact of climate change on water resources, highlighting the challenges of drought, flooding, and glacier melting. It emphasizes the growing water scarcity affecting billions of people, with projections indicating that by 2050, 5 billion people could face water issues. The discussion also covers the effects on various sectors, including agriculture and power generation, and the challenges posed by population growth in Asia and Africa.

What is the main focus of the session introduced by Professor Petrie Tallas?

• The history of the United Nations

• The role of technology in education

• The impact of climate change on the Pacific Ocean

• The development of renewable energy sources

By 2050, how many people are expected to suffer from water-related issues?

• 1 billion

• 5 billion

• 2.3 billion

• 8 billion

What are the two main water-related challenges mentioned in the second section?

• Deforestation and urbanization

• Desertification and soil erosion

• Pollution and overfishing

• Drought and flooding

Which regions are highlighted as facing major challenges due to population growth?

• South America and Australia

• Asia and Africa

• Antarctica and the Arctic

• Europe and North America

What is the expected population of Africa by the end of the century?

• 2 billion

• 1 billion

• 4 billion

• 3 billion