At issue. Introduction ; Focus on the United States ; Global perspectives -- Primary sources. United States documents ; International documents -- Research tools. How to research freshwater supply ; Facts and figures ; Key players A to Z ; Organizations and agencies ; Annotated bibliography
Summary
Experts predict that the acquisition of fresh water will soon supersede that of oil as a main source of international tension. The world's increasing population and industrialization are raising the level of pollutants and toxins, tainting water sources that could be used for consumption or agriculture