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The U.S. water crisis

ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ overview report on the key issues affecting water supplies in the United States

The United States is facing numerous challenges that are impacting its vital water resources. Severe drought, chronic overuse from industries such as agriculture, and a changing climate have all contributed to dwindling water supplies in major rivers and reservoirs. Meanwhile, the country's aging and underfunded water infrastructure has led to major issues in cities through leaks and contaminations. Additionally, PFAS chemicals have been detected all across U.S. water supplies, potentially exposing millions of Americans to these harmful toxins. These factors have all played a part in the water crisis the U.S. currently finds itself in.

This report provides an insight into some of the key issues that are causing the water crisis in the U.S., as well as what the country is doing to address them.

Table of contents

Water shortages

  • Water usage
  • Extreme drought and water stress
  • Water levels

Case study: Lake Mead
  • Declining water elevations
  • Record-low water levels
  • Impacts on hydroelectricity

Drinking water quality
  • Public concerns and hesitance
  • Infrastructure
  • Pollutants and contaminants

Forever chemicals
  • PFAS detected in surface waters
  • PFAS drinking water contamination
  • PFAS-related water pollution lawsuits

Adapting to the challenges
  • Investments in infrastructure
  • Colorado River deal
  • Water supply strategies
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