The Water Crisis: Constructing solutions to freshwater pollution

Modern society too often views water as a convenient vehicle for disposing of waste � and the results are becoming increasingly apparent. Analysis of freshwater supplies frequently reveals disturbing levels of pollution, including human waste, heavy metals and synthetic chemicals, to the detriment of our health, and the health of entire ecosystems.

The Water Crisis examines the roots of freshwater pollution � urbanization, industrialization and intensive farming � supported by case studies f...