The Future of Water

Even at a time when global warming and the effect it will have on our water supply is often in the news, those of us living in developed countries cannot imagine not having a shower whenever we want, or drinking water when we are thirsty. We are often told about the effects of climate change and future water shortages — choose for gap 1 —1. And all this is because there is no running water nearby2. It’s not difficult to live without water3. Think about all those who don’t have a tap to turn on4. And this refusal to drink is the problem5. These women cannot have a job because they have no time6. Scientists are not worried about the future7. Feeding this number of people means more water for farming, for example8. But do we really believe wars may be fought over water Of course not! It seems we haven’t realised what is really going on around us or we choose not to. The fact that the growing world population is going to make an even bigger demand on the planet’s water is something most of us prefer not to think about. — choose for gap 2 —1. And all this is because there is no running water nearby2. It’s not difficult to live without water3. Think about all those who don’t have a tap to turn on4. And this refusal to drink is the problem5. These women cannot have a job because they have no time6. Scientists are not worried about the future7. Feeding this number of people means more water for farming, for example8. But do we really believe wars may be fought over water In addition, as developing countries become richer, more people have the ability to spend money, so there is greater demand for water. More gardens need watering, more dishwashers and washing machines are in use and there are more cars to wash. Water is being wasted every day for some people’s comfort. However, for many people in less developed regions of the world, water is not a question of turning on a tap. For women, especially, it can mean a long walk to get water from a well or a river. This may be some kilometres away from their homes. — choose for gap 3 —1. And all this is because there is no running water nearby2. It’s not difficult to live without water3. Think about all those who don’t have a tap to turn on4. And this refusal to drink is the problem5. These women cannot have a job because they have no time6. Scientists are not worried about the future7. Feeding this number of people means more water for farming, for example8. But do we really believe wars may be fought over water And girls also have to help their mothers, so education takes second place, or no place at all. And without education, there cannot be positive change. — choose for gap 4 —1. And all this is because there is no running water nearby2. It’s not difficult to live without water3. Think about all those who don’t have a tap to turn on4. And this refusal to drink is the problem5. These women cannot have a job because they have no time6. Scientists are not worried about the future7. Feeding this number of people means more water for farming, for example8. But do we really believe wars may be fought over water So, next time you leave the tap running when brushing your teeth, think. — choose for gap 5 —1. And all this is because there is no running water nearby2. It’s not difficult to live without water3. Think about all those who don’t have a tap to turn on4. And this refusal to drink is the problem5. These women cannot have a job because they have no time6. Scientists are not worried about the future7. Feeding this number of people means more water for farming, for example8. But do we really believe wars may be fought over water And ask yourself: ‘How can I help to save water?’ Start thinking before it’s too late because the time will come when all of us will have to deal with the lack of water.