Lists

Question 1

Water use challenges

Answer 1

• Water scarcity
• Flooding
• Water degradation & contamination
• Water cycle variability
• Many water users & needs

Question 2

5 factors of water reliability

Answer 2

1. Access to water resources (rain, snow, rivers, lakes)
2. Skilled water professionals (engineers, experts)
   - Human capital
3. Financial resources to operate water systems
   - Water bills
4. Sufficient infrastructure (pipes, pumps, plants)
   - Physical capital
5. Enforceable laws protecting human health & environment