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Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Fresh water sustains all life, but in many regions, especially arid ones, it is becoming increasingly scarce due to climate change. Aging infrastructure and ineffective policies are only making the situation worse, affecting communities, economies, and even the political stability of some countries. As water shortages intensify, it’s crucial to rethink how we manage this vital resource and develop more adaptable systems that can better withstand the effects of climate change.
This episode was originally released on July 8, 2021.
Featured Guests
Sandra Postel, Founder and Director, Global Water Policy Project
Mark Giordano, Professor of Geography and Cinco Hermanos Chair in Environment and International Affairs, Georgetown University
For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/water-scarcity