Article 31: The Right to Clean and Safe Water - Blue Living Ideas

Article 31: The Right to Clean and Safe Water

Posted on Mar 19, 2009 by Reenita Malhotra.

As much as we take for granted that we can turn on the tap for an endless supply of water whenever we need it, the truth is that rapid industrialization, increasing agricultural use and pollution have contributed to worldwide water shortages.  Everyday brings increasing concern about the scarcity of water and its impact on global survival.

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World Water Day 2009: Shared Waters, Shared Opportunities

Posted on Mar 18, 2009 by Derek Markham.

More than 1 billion people world wide lack access to clean, safe drinking water¹. That’s about 20% of the Earth’s population. More than 2.6 billion people lack access to adequate sanitation². That’s over 40% of the globe. World Water Day is an international day of action and observance to draw attention to their situation, and you can get involved to help spread the word.
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