Why is the demand for freshwater increasing?
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Increase in population
Continuous population growth creates a larger demand for freshwater
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Economic development
Some economic activities, such as manufacturing and agricultural activities, consume huge amounts of water
Water is used inefficiently in some economic activities
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Rise in living standards
With high income, ppl demand for more food and consume goods
More water is needed for agricultural, industrial and domestic uses
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Low cost of water
Not enough economic incentive for ppl to save water
Many ppl are not aware of the importance of water conservation and waste much water
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