10 countries that have water problems (16 photos)

A project by photographer Mustafa Abdulaz, dedicated to the water problem in different countries.





Everyone knows very well that a person can live on average from 10 to 14 days without water.



But the lack of fresh water is not the only problem. There are 10 countries that have water difficulties. Photographer Mustafa Abdulaziz presented the project "Water", which aims to draw attention to the water problem.





Surely no one expected to see Iceland on this list. The point is that this country is on the list because it doesn't really have any problems. Possessing vast reserves of fresh water, Iceland is considered sparsely populated. The largest military formation is the Coast Guard.



China

A country's economic growth cannot leave its environmental footprint. The country is experiencing a fresh water crisis.



In order to increase Beijing's groundwater level, Chinese authorities have developed a national project. Thanks to the fact that the Chinese turned the southern rivers to the north of the country, the groundwater level was raised by 3.7 meters, and the capital's reserves were increased by 65 billion cubic meters of water.

In addition, the Chinese are even developing technologies for desalination of sea water.

Ethiopia

The country has serious problems with fresh water, so the authorities are trying to challenge the Nile Treaty, which requires free access to Nile waters for irrigation and energy projects.





Nigeria

The most populous country in Africa, which by 2050 could be among the three most populous countries in the world. More than 100 million Nigerians do not have access to purified water.



Brazil

The country ranks first in freshwater reserves, but due to mismanagement of these resources, some residents suffer from water shortages.



Pakistan



The country is on the brink of nuclear war with India over the sharing of fresh water.

India



As you already understand, Indians also have serious problems with drinking water. 21% of infectious diseases in India are associated with poor water quality.

Sierra Leone



Despite the fact that the West African country has a long coastline on the Atlantic Ocean, the quality and quantity of drinking water in this state leaves much to be desired. According to recent studies, only 32% of rural residents are provided with drinking water.

Somalia



In addition to civil war and the dominance of gangs in the country. Somalis are experiencing a shortage of drinking water.



USA



The country, like other countries in North America, experiences a shortage of drinking water.



The US is spending billions of dollars to address the water crisis. Climate change is to blame.