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From Oasis to Mirage: The Aquifers That Won't Replenish.
- Source :
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World Watch . May-Jun 1995 8(3):30-36. - Publication Year :
- 1995
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Abstract
- Tells the story of three fossil aquifers, in Saudi Arabia, Libya, and the United States, that are mined at nonrenewable rates for agricultural irrigation. Examines the consequences of a collision between rising consumption and falling groundwater supplies. Charts Libya's projected water needs compared to renewable supply, 1985-2030. (LZ)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0896-0615
- Volume :
- 8
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- World Watch
- Publication Type :
- Report
- Accession number :
- EJ505674
- Document Type :
- Reports - Descriptive<br />Journal Articles