Freshwater Supply (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780816078264)

While much attention has been given to global warming and melting glaciers, the world's shrinking supply of water is also a growing concern that shouldn't be taken lightly. For various reasons--including population growth, increased use of land, and changes in climate--experts and scientists have predicted that water acquisition will soon supersede oil as the main source of international tension. The United States already deals with an increase of droughts, forcing southeastern states into legal battles with each other. In the southwest, the states and Mexico that depend on Lake Meade for water watch as the lake disappears at an alarming rate. Issues with Canada may also develop, as it vies with the United States for control over the Great Lakes.

Author: Frank Caso
ISBN-10: 0816078262
ISBN-13: 9780816078264
Publisher: Facts on File
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2010
Pages: 350
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.39lbs
Size: 8.98h x 6.32w x 1.14d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 12/01/2010