The global freshwater crisis fueled by pollution overuse and climate change.
Freshwater systems across the globe are under growing pressure, with pollution, climate change, and human activity pushing rivers, lakes, aquifers, and wetlands to the brink. These water sources, vital for agriculture, drinking, industry, and biodiversity, are experiencing unprecedented challenges that threaten both ecosystems and human populations. A recent report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Global Environment Outlook 7 (GEO-7), sheds light on these pressing issues, focusing particularly on water quality and resource management.
Around 42% of global municipal wastewater sewage is still discharged into the environment untreated
