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GEO 7 - Water in the world: Valuing and managing water
Water as a resource - all life on earth depends on this resource to survive
Your Water Footprint by Stephen LeahyWater is not only used in the domestic context, but also in agriculture and industry in the production of commercial goods, from food to paper. A "water footprint" is the amount of fresh water used to produce the goods and services we consume, including growing, harvesting, packaging, and shipping. This book uses infographics to examine the amount of water a typical American uses, offering advice on limiting waste, making water-smart purchases, and changing habits.
What if we do Nothing? Water Supply by Rob BowdenEach title in this series looks at the key issues of today. Aimed at children aged 12-14, the authors speculate on what might happen in the future if we do nothing to solve the problem today. Each chapter in this book on water supply ends with a debate panel to promote classroom discussion.