Dwindling resources coupled with rising demand has made water a precious commodity. No other commodity is experiencing such a rise in demand juxtaposed with declining supply. According to the World Water Council, the worldÆs population tripled in the 20th century while water consumption increased six-fold. The United Nations UN estimates that the demand for fresh water will triple in the next 30 years. The acceleration in the demand for water can be attributed to the following factors
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