From Jan Seibert and Ilja van Meerveld, hydrologists at the Swiss Blue University of Zurich UZH:
Water-related misconceptions – why do they still exist and why does that matter?
Water is a vital part of our lives, and everyone interacts with water in some way. This makes it easy for people to relate to water and hold opinions on it. However, members of the public, including politicians, hold many misconceptions about water and hydrological processes. These tend to persist in society despite progress in our scientific understanding. Especially among decision-makers, these misconceptions can lead to unrealistic expectations regarding water management and suboptimal decision-making.
