Climate Change to Worsen Severe Water Shortages in US Southwest
Photo: Heat USA We’re already well aware that the American Southwest, which is naturally hot and dry, is seriously strapped for water. And the situation is getting worse every day, with populations in California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico continuing an unimpeded growth trend that began decades ago. The fact there are too many people vying for limited resources in the region have lead experts to predict a major water shortfall that will cost billions to ameliorate. But add in a … Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Climate Change to Worsen Severe Water Shortages in US Southwest
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