
Why Are Freshwater Reserves Running Out?
S5E120 · 2026-09-17 · 4 min
The world’s freshwater stocks are under growing pressure. The World Meteorological Organization warns that the water cycle is becoming more irregular and unpredictable. Climate change is a key factor, but excessive water extraction is also depleting reserves. Lake Annecy illustrates the growing stress on water resources.
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