Problems With Conservation: Water (1969)
The film discusses the serious water problems facing the United States, particularly in arid regions like the Southwest. Despite the country having abundant rainfall overall, distribution is uneven, leading to intense competition for resources like the Colorado River. The film highlights the challenges of meeting the water demands of growing populations in California and Arizona, the impact of pollution on freshwater sources, and the necessity of water conservation and innovative solutions such as desalination and cloud seeding. It emphasizes the need for sustainable water management practices to address future water scarcity and pollution issues.
Keywords
water problems, conservation, Colorado River, pollution, desalination, cloud seeding, irrigation, freshwater, arid regions, population growth
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