Overpopulation and Water Security — Designing Policies for a Resource-Constrained Future
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Water is one of the fundamental conditions for human life, economic activity, public health, agriculture, industry, and social development. Yet the availability of reliable freshwater is not unlimited, and the challenge becomes more complex as populations grow, cities expand, economies develop, and climate conditions alter precipitation, evaporation, and water availability. The central issue is therefore not simply whether the world has enough water, but whether societies can manage available water intelligently enough to support growing human needs over time.