Water: A Common Concern

Instructions: Click on the recommended readings/websites below to research the importance of water then complete questions #1-3.

v Dawn of a Thirsty World

v BBC-UN warns of looming water crisis

v World Water Day 2002

v World Water Crisis

v 2003 International Year of Fresh Water

v Water in Canada

v The Council of Canadians- Water campaign

v The Council of Canadians - Water facts

v United States Geological Survey – Water concerns

v We Can Save America’s Water

v Availability of Drinking Water

1. Write down five point form notes that summarize the main ideas for each website. Be sure to include the appropriate subtitles in your notes.

2. Calculate the amount of water consumed in your household by clicking on the link below. Print the results.

v Water Usage Calculator

v Water wise homes

v Water consumption calculator

3. List three steps you can take immediately to conserve water.