Continental Drying: Charting a Path to Water Security

As freshwater reserves decline at unprecedented rates, the report, Continental Drying: A Threat to our Common Future sheds light on a growing global challenge and the path forward. Drawing on two decades of satellite data, the report identifies where and why water is disappearing and outlines solutions to manage demand, augment supply, and improve allocation. With stronger institutions, smarter investments, and innovative technologies, countries can turn the tide and build a more water-secure future. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/5LzE50Xmnew 00:00 Satellites reveal the hidden water crisis 00:38 Why and where water is disappearing 00:50 How nature replenishes and depletes water accounts 02:15 The impact of groundwater loss on jobs, harvests, and habitats 03:14 Where change can make the biggest difference 03:34 Priorities for action, more resilient global water systems 💬 Subtitles (CC) available in Portuguese, English and Spanish ABOUT THE WORLD BANK 🌐 The World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development on a livable planet. http://www.worldbank.org