The Aggregate Resource Act is being revised in Ontario. Here is the info I submitted to the ARA committee July 5th 2012 speaking of how aggregates put agricultural sectors, and water supplies and our GDP at risk.
This document discusses the importance of groundwater and aggregates to Waterloo Region's economy and water supply. It notes that Waterloo Region relies almost entirely on groundwater from aquifers, and extracts over 100 million litres per day. Aggregate extraction poses risks to these aquifers and the Grand River, which provides 25% of the region's water. The region has a large manufacturing and agricultural economy that depends on available water supplies. Protecting farmland and water resources is crucial for long-term economic and food security as global water and food crises emerge. Strengthening environmental assessments and accountability is needed to properly evaluate risks of aggregate extraction.
Overview of the groundwater issues of Brant County including concerns for development and gravel pits over recharge and potential impacts of a proposed Lake Erie pipeline.
The document discusses the importance of aggregates and farmland for agriculture. It notes that aggregates shape the geological characteristics of an area, influencing what grows and the biodiversity. Aggregates also impact water resources. The document then provides information about farmland in Ontario, noting that Ontario has the largest agricultural output in Canada despite having less farmland than other provinces. However, the number of farms and amount of farmland in Ontario has declined in recent years due to development. There is a need to protect high quality farmland and water resources to ensure future food security.
Looking at the threats happening to A1 farmlands in Southwestern Ontario from groundwater and threats to Moraines to climate change risks and land use development.
This document discusses the growing issue of global water scarcity and its implications. It notes that while freshwater availability is flat or declining, water withdrawals are increasing, driven largely by intensive agriculture. This is exacerbating water stress in many regions. The document predicts that as stress increases, agricultural water use will decline relative to industrial and domestic use. It examines the impacts on major cotton growing countries and companies' responses to the issue, such as measuring and reducing water footprints. Dissolving pulp is presented as a potential substitute for cotton that could benefit from these trends.
The document discusses several global water security issues including population growth, climate change, and water management strains threatening regional stability. It notes water issues are increasingly relevant globally and intersect with other policy areas. While water wars are likely overblown, changing demographics are challenging historical water sharing norms. The document outlines water conflicts between several countries and regions and the economic and social impacts of water shortages. It provides examples of strategies to address water challenges from industry, governments, and organizations.
Global Food Waste (A problem for water resource management)Shehzad Ali
These slides show food production data as well as water footprints for several countries. The data was obtained from reliable sources, and I analyzed it using a variety of technologies to create a geographic representation of the data.
This document discusses the importance of groundwater and aggregates to Waterloo Region's economy and water supply. It notes that Waterloo Region relies almost entirely on groundwater from aquifers, and extracts over 100 million litres per day. Aggregate extraction poses risks to these aquifers and the Grand River, which provides 25% of the region's water. The region has a large manufacturing and agricultural economy that depends on available water supplies. Protecting farmland and water resources is crucial for long-term economic and food security as global water and food crises emerge. Strengthening environmental assessments and accountability is needed to properly evaluate risks of aggregate extraction.
Overview of the groundwater issues of Brant County including concerns for development and gravel pits over recharge and potential impacts of a proposed Lake Erie pipeline.
The document discusses the importance of aggregates and farmland for agriculture. It notes that aggregates shape the geological characteristics of an area, influencing what grows and the biodiversity. Aggregates also impact water resources. The document then provides information about farmland in Ontario, noting that Ontario has the largest agricultural output in Canada despite having less farmland than other provinces. However, the number of farms and amount of farmland in Ontario has declined in recent years due to development. There is a need to protect high quality farmland and water resources to ensure future food security.
Looking at the threats happening to A1 farmlands in Southwestern Ontario from groundwater and threats to Moraines to climate change risks and land use development.
This document discusses the growing issue of global water scarcity and its implications. It notes that while freshwater availability is flat or declining, water withdrawals are increasing, driven largely by intensive agriculture. This is exacerbating water stress in many regions. The document predicts that as stress increases, agricultural water use will decline relative to industrial and domestic use. It examines the impacts on major cotton growing countries and companies' responses to the issue, such as measuring and reducing water footprints. Dissolving pulp is presented as a potential substitute for cotton that could benefit from these trends.
The document discusses several global water security issues including population growth, climate change, and water management strains threatening regional stability. It notes water issues are increasingly relevant globally and intersect with other policy areas. While water wars are likely overblown, changing demographics are challenging historical water sharing norms. The document outlines water conflicts between several countries and regions and the economic and social impacts of water shortages. It provides examples of strategies to address water challenges from industry, governments, and organizations.
Global Food Waste (A problem for water resource management)Shehzad Ali
These slides show food production data as well as water footprints for several countries. The data was obtained from reliable sources, and I analyzed it using a variety of technologies to create a geographic representation of the data.
Mega drought in a mega city at a continental scale: São Paulo, BrazilErick Fernandes
Can local communities be empowered to establish a "Green Wall" for sustainable livelihoods by protecting the vulnerable Amazon Forest and the agricultural and industrial heartlands of Brazil?
The Brussels Development Briefing n. 56 on The Land-Water-Energy nexus and the Sustainability of the Food System organised by CTA, the European Commission/EuropeAid, the ACP Secretariat and Concord was held on 3rd of July 2019, 9h00-13h00 at the ACP Secretariat, Avenue Georges Henri 451, 1200 Brussels, Room C.
The document discusses water scarcity issues facing Western US states. It notes that the population in Western states grew significantly in the 1990s and 2000s, increasing demand for water resources. Several Western states are also among the driest in the nation. The document outlines that thermoelectric power generation, irrigation, and public supply account for the majority of water usage in the Western US. Sustainable water resource management is challenging given population growth, limited opportunities for developing new water supplies, and competing demands.
Water Problem, water Savings, water needs, water wastage and their obstacles RebekahSamuel2
Discuss the problems of water, saving of water, needs of
water, wastage of water, and also discuss the obstacles in
the way of water saving, water shortage and how to
improve the water resources in Pakistan?
The document discusses global and India's freshwater situation. Globally, freshwater reserves are depleting rapidly due to population growth, inefficient use, and climate change. By 2025, many countries including India, China, and parts of Europe and Africa will face water scarcity. In India, traditional water reserves are under strain from increasing population, urbanization, and economic development. Improved national water management strategies are needed to integrate regional initiatives and ensure long-term sustainable water usage across sectors.
- Agriculture accounts for over 80% of global freshwater usage, mainly for food production. Meeting future global food and energy demands in a sustainable manner poses challenges due to increasing water constraints.
- Closing yield gaps through irrigation expansion could help boost food production, but over 40% of current irrigation is unsustainable due to exceeding local water availability. Agricultural intensification must be pursued carefully to avoid environmental degradation.
- Transitioning to more efficient irrigation practices, suitable crops, and agricultural production systems could allow for sustainable increases in food supply while reducing overall water usage. However, ensuring local and global food and water security remains complex with growing population and dietary changes.
Science and Technology for sustain FutureSUBH NAMAN
Basic knowledge about the field for the sustain and better future .It is the topic of National Science Day 2018 . It covers various field on which we should have Focus for better future.
Veripath Research "As people in the emerging economies of India and China make the transition to western standards of
living there is an often-overlooked issue – their water
consumption is rising dramatically.
Cloud seeding for india (an effective weapon to fight the draughts) by prof s...Shreehari Marathe
1. Cloud seeding can help address water scarcity issues by increasing rainfall. Many countries regularly use cloud seeding to augment water supplies for agriculture, drinking water, and hydroelectric power.
2. Water availability is decreasing globally due to population growth and development. By 2025, over a third of the world's population may face "catastrophically low" water supplies under 1000 cubic meters per person per year.
3. Forests help increase rainfall by recycling water through transpiration. Deforestation reduces rainfall and increases risks of drought, flooding, and water scarcity. Reforestation is needed to improve water security in many countries.
Dr. Andrew Noble, Program Director of the CGIAR Research Program on Water, Land and Ecosystems, presented “Feeding 9 Billion People without Destroying the Planet: It is Possible,” on his trip to the US.
India is facing a severe water crisis due to increasing demand and mismanagement of water resources. According to the UN, water scarcity will worsen in the coming decade. The document discusses causes of water scarcity in India such as overuse, pollution, religious activities, and climate change. It also shows effects like long lines for drinking water and pollution in rivers due to religious activities. Over 300 districts across 13 states are affected by shortages of drinking water according to the Indian government.
This document provides an overview of the global and India's water scenario, current issues and challenges related to water security in India. It discusses factors impacting water security such as population growth, urbanization, water quality issues from pollution, overexploitation of groundwater, deforestation, reduced rainwater usage, conflicts and climate change. The key issues facing India are rapid depletion of groundwater sources, over 70% of water being contaminated, most households lacking access to drinking water, and increasing water demand outpacing available supply. Urgent action is needed to ensure sustainable water management and access to clean water for all as targeted under the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 6.
Building resilience through better agricultural water management-DAVID MOLDENBhavani Prakash
The document discusses the challenges facing global water management and agricultural production due to increasing population, changing diets, urbanization, and climate change. It notes that water scarcity already affects 1/3 of the world's population and will be exacerbated without improvements to water productivity. The document argues that increasing water productivity through better agricultural water management practices, upgrading rainfed systems, and improving irrigation infrastructure will be necessary to meet rising global food demand in a sustainable manner. Adaptive and integrated approaches that consider local context and political drivers are needed.
The document summarizes statements from various UN agencies and organizations about World Water Day 2007 and the growing global water crisis. It notes that water scarcity affects 700 million people currently and may rise to over 3 billion by 2025. UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and other leaders call for greater international cooperation and investments to strengthen water management, promote technology, and scale up solutions to ensure access to clean water.
This document discusses decision support systems for managing landscapes under climate change. It proposes a conceptual framework using integrated data layers, models, and scenarios to inform policymaking across scales from watersheds to basins. Key elements include climate, land use, biodiversity, and hydrological models to project impacts on water resources, agriculture, forests and more. The goal is to develop dynamic information frameworks and planning tools to identify priority investments and maximize production and environmental services at the landscape level for enhanced resilience. The World Bank is providing technical assistance to help countries develop their own systems for landscape-scale resource management and climate impact simulations.
Effectiveness of Watershed Management- Means Of Economical Development- A Cas...IOSR Journals
Abstract: Water is the life-blood of the environment, without water no living beings can survive. Water plays
unique role in development of all sectors in any economy of every country. Water is used for agricultural,
domestic, industrial, power generation and other various purposes. But misuses of water resources cause
widespread degradation of soil and disrupt the supply of potable water, generate massive economical loss.
Hence it becomes necessary to harness the water resources available on Earth through the application of
science and technology. This paper presents one such case study where large amount of rainwater is possible to
direct to recharge ground water resources. Kaneri is a small village located at distance of 10 Kms. from
Kolhapur city. It is planned to take such engineering and biological measures which will direct this extra runoff
to ground water storage. The most significant feature of the work is that if such technologies are developed and
adopted at larger scale in rural areas, it will prevent thousands of villages of the country from water supply by
tankers. Moreover this will also help us for economical development of village people which mainly occurs due
to water scarcity.
California is experiencing a severe drought for the third consecutive year, negatively impacting the environment, economy, and population. The agricultural industry has been hit particularly hard, with estimates of $2 billion in losses and 70,000 lost jobs. Global warming is likely exacerbating the drought by reducing rainfall and snowpack. To address the water shortage, solutions like water conservation, desalination, recycling, and building new reservoirs have been proposed. The drought underscores the relationship between water resources and population growth in California.
Haynes and Boone, LLP Oil Patch Bankruptcy Monitor - June 2016 editionMarcellus Drilling News
Haynes and Boone has been tracking 85 North American oil and gas producer bankruptcies since 2015. As of June 30, 2016, 43 producers have filed for bankruptcy in 2016, representing approximately $44 billion in cumulative secured and unsecured debt. During June 2016, four producers filed for bankruptcy with $1.5 billion in cumulative debt, compared to 11 filings in April with $14.7 billion debt and 12 filings in May with $25.6 billion debt. Texas bankruptcy courts have overseen the most filings, with 43 representing approximately $29 billion in debt.
Bohemian grove special spy magazine (november-1989)bueno buono good
Henry Kissinger was secretly recorded during a phone call from a bank of pay phones near the Bohemian Grove, where he and other powerful men like Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush attend a secretive two-week retreat each summer. The author gained access by stealth and spent a week observing the rituals and speeches at the exclusive camp, mingling with members like Kissinger, former secretaries of state, press barons, and business leaders. Security was lax and the author was never questioned, despite violating rules against cameras and not signing registers.
The document provides an overview of how bitumen is extracted from oil sands and converted into refined products. It details that bitumen is extracted through surface mining when near the surface, and in-situ extraction using steam for deeper deposits. It also notes that about half the extracted bitumen is upgraded into light synthetic crude oil, while the rest is diluted and sold to refineries. The document provides context on the location and size of Alberta's oil sands reserves and production volumes.
Mega drought in a mega city at a continental scale: São Paulo, BrazilErick Fernandes
Can local communities be empowered to establish a "Green Wall" for sustainable livelihoods by protecting the vulnerable Amazon Forest and the agricultural and industrial heartlands of Brazil?
The Brussels Development Briefing n. 56 on The Land-Water-Energy nexus and the Sustainability of the Food System organised by CTA, the European Commission/EuropeAid, the ACP Secretariat and Concord was held on 3rd of July 2019, 9h00-13h00 at the ACP Secretariat, Avenue Georges Henri 451, 1200 Brussels, Room C.
The document discusses water scarcity issues facing Western US states. It notes that the population in Western states grew significantly in the 1990s and 2000s, increasing demand for water resources. Several Western states are also among the driest in the nation. The document outlines that thermoelectric power generation, irrigation, and public supply account for the majority of water usage in the Western US. Sustainable water resource management is challenging given population growth, limited opportunities for developing new water supplies, and competing demands.
Water Problem, water Savings, water needs, water wastage and their obstacles RebekahSamuel2
Discuss the problems of water, saving of water, needs of
water, wastage of water, and also discuss the obstacles in
the way of water saving, water shortage and how to
improve the water resources in Pakistan?
The document discusses global and India's freshwater situation. Globally, freshwater reserves are depleting rapidly due to population growth, inefficient use, and climate change. By 2025, many countries including India, China, and parts of Europe and Africa will face water scarcity. In India, traditional water reserves are under strain from increasing population, urbanization, and economic development. Improved national water management strategies are needed to integrate regional initiatives and ensure long-term sustainable water usage across sectors.
- Agriculture accounts for over 80% of global freshwater usage, mainly for food production. Meeting future global food and energy demands in a sustainable manner poses challenges due to increasing water constraints.
- Closing yield gaps through irrigation expansion could help boost food production, but over 40% of current irrigation is unsustainable due to exceeding local water availability. Agricultural intensification must be pursued carefully to avoid environmental degradation.
- Transitioning to more efficient irrigation practices, suitable crops, and agricultural production systems could allow for sustainable increases in food supply while reducing overall water usage. However, ensuring local and global food and water security remains complex with growing population and dietary changes.
Science and Technology for sustain FutureSUBH NAMAN
Basic knowledge about the field for the sustain and better future .It is the topic of National Science Day 2018 . It covers various field on which we should have Focus for better future.
Veripath Research "As people in the emerging economies of India and China make the transition to western standards of
living there is an often-overlooked issue – their water
consumption is rising dramatically.
Cloud seeding for india (an effective weapon to fight the draughts) by prof s...Shreehari Marathe
1. Cloud seeding can help address water scarcity issues by increasing rainfall. Many countries regularly use cloud seeding to augment water supplies for agriculture, drinking water, and hydroelectric power.
2. Water availability is decreasing globally due to population growth and development. By 2025, over a third of the world's population may face "catastrophically low" water supplies under 1000 cubic meters per person per year.
3. Forests help increase rainfall by recycling water through transpiration. Deforestation reduces rainfall and increases risks of drought, flooding, and water scarcity. Reforestation is needed to improve water security in many countries.
Dr. Andrew Noble, Program Director of the CGIAR Research Program on Water, Land and Ecosystems, presented “Feeding 9 Billion People without Destroying the Planet: It is Possible,” on his trip to the US.
India is facing a severe water crisis due to increasing demand and mismanagement of water resources. According to the UN, water scarcity will worsen in the coming decade. The document discusses causes of water scarcity in India such as overuse, pollution, religious activities, and climate change. It also shows effects like long lines for drinking water and pollution in rivers due to religious activities. Over 300 districts across 13 states are affected by shortages of drinking water according to the Indian government.
This document provides an overview of the global and India's water scenario, current issues and challenges related to water security in India. It discusses factors impacting water security such as population growth, urbanization, water quality issues from pollution, overexploitation of groundwater, deforestation, reduced rainwater usage, conflicts and climate change. The key issues facing India are rapid depletion of groundwater sources, over 70% of water being contaminated, most households lacking access to drinking water, and increasing water demand outpacing available supply. Urgent action is needed to ensure sustainable water management and access to clean water for all as targeted under the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 6.
Building resilience through better agricultural water management-DAVID MOLDENBhavani Prakash
The document discusses the challenges facing global water management and agricultural production due to increasing population, changing diets, urbanization, and climate change. It notes that water scarcity already affects 1/3 of the world's population and will be exacerbated without improvements to water productivity. The document argues that increasing water productivity through better agricultural water management practices, upgrading rainfed systems, and improving irrigation infrastructure will be necessary to meet rising global food demand in a sustainable manner. Adaptive and integrated approaches that consider local context and political drivers are needed.
The document summarizes statements from various UN agencies and organizations about World Water Day 2007 and the growing global water crisis. It notes that water scarcity affects 700 million people currently and may rise to over 3 billion by 2025. UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and other leaders call for greater international cooperation and investments to strengthen water management, promote technology, and scale up solutions to ensure access to clean water.
This document discusses decision support systems for managing landscapes under climate change. It proposes a conceptual framework using integrated data layers, models, and scenarios to inform policymaking across scales from watersheds to basins. Key elements include climate, land use, biodiversity, and hydrological models to project impacts on water resources, agriculture, forests and more. The goal is to develop dynamic information frameworks and planning tools to identify priority investments and maximize production and environmental services at the landscape level for enhanced resilience. The World Bank is providing technical assistance to help countries develop their own systems for landscape-scale resource management and climate impact simulations.
Effectiveness of Watershed Management- Means Of Economical Development- A Cas...IOSR Journals
Abstract: Water is the life-blood of the environment, without water no living beings can survive. Water plays
unique role in development of all sectors in any economy of every country. Water is used for agricultural,
domestic, industrial, power generation and other various purposes. But misuses of water resources cause
widespread degradation of soil and disrupt the supply of potable water, generate massive economical loss.
Hence it becomes necessary to harness the water resources available on Earth through the application of
science and technology. This paper presents one such case study where large amount of rainwater is possible to
direct to recharge ground water resources. Kaneri is a small village located at distance of 10 Kms. from
Kolhapur city. It is planned to take such engineering and biological measures which will direct this extra runoff
to ground water storage. The most significant feature of the work is that if such technologies are developed and
adopted at larger scale in rural areas, it will prevent thousands of villages of the country from water supply by
tankers. Moreover this will also help us for economical development of village people which mainly occurs due
to water scarcity.
California is experiencing a severe drought for the third consecutive year, negatively impacting the environment, economy, and population. The agricultural industry has been hit particularly hard, with estimates of $2 billion in losses and 70,000 lost jobs. Global warming is likely exacerbating the drought by reducing rainfall and snowpack. To address the water shortage, solutions like water conservation, desalination, recycling, and building new reservoirs have been proposed. The drought underscores the relationship between water resources and population growth in California.
Haynes and Boone, LLP Oil Patch Bankruptcy Monitor - June 2016 editionMarcellus Drilling News
Haynes and Boone has been tracking 85 North American oil and gas producer bankruptcies since 2015. As of June 30, 2016, 43 producers have filed for bankruptcy in 2016, representing approximately $44 billion in cumulative secured and unsecured debt. During June 2016, four producers filed for bankruptcy with $1.5 billion in cumulative debt, compared to 11 filings in April with $14.7 billion debt and 12 filings in May with $25.6 billion debt. Texas bankruptcy courts have overseen the most filings, with 43 representing approximately $29 billion in debt.
Bohemian grove special spy magazine (november-1989)bueno buono good
Henry Kissinger was secretly recorded during a phone call from a bank of pay phones near the Bohemian Grove, where he and other powerful men like Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush attend a secretive two-week retreat each summer. The author gained access by stealth and spent a week observing the rituals and speeches at the exclusive camp, mingling with members like Kissinger, former secretaries of state, press barons, and business leaders. Security was lax and the author was never questioned, despite violating rules against cameras and not signing registers.
The document provides an overview of how bitumen is extracted from oil sands and converted into refined products. It details that bitumen is extracted through surface mining when near the surface, and in-situ extraction using steam for deeper deposits. It also notes that about half the extracted bitumen is upgraded into light synthetic crude oil, while the rest is diluted and sold to refineries. The document provides context on the location and size of Alberta's oil sands reserves and production volumes.
Betsy Streeter is a cartoonist and writer who creates science and magical fiction. Her website, www.betsystreeter.com, displays her work. Visitors can see Betsy Streeter's science/magical fiction cartoons and writing by visiting her website at www.betsystreeter.com.
The document lists various materials used for drawing and art including pens, pencils, rulers, scissors, paintbrushes, glue, chalk, compasses, crayons, paper, erasers, colored pencils, backpacks, ink, and pencil cases. It also mentions felt tip pens, mechanical pencils, tempera paint, highlighters, sharpeners, set squares, and easels.
Seeds are found inside fruits and flowers and contain new plants. Seeds are dispersed in many ways, including by attaching to animal fur or feathers, being eaten and passed in animal waste, being buried and forgotten by squirrels, floating on water, or being carried by wind if shaped like parachutes. This allows seeds to land and potentially grow in new environments. Seed dispersal is important for plant reproduction and survival in different habitats.
I presented this data at the National Energy Board Hearing regarding the reversal of Line 9. To view transcript of this presentation view Hearing Transcript volume 2 at this link:
https://www.neb-one.gc.ca/ll-eng/livelink.exe?func=ll&objId=818827&objAction=browse&sort=name
This document provides an overview of critical challenges facing sustainable water resource management including increasing costs of developing new water supplies, wasteful use of existing water, degradation of irrigated cropland, and groundwater depletion. It outlines a research agenda to understand how policies and institutions can help address these challenges through more effective water management, increased food production, poverty alleviation, and environmental sustainability. The goals are to understand the impacts of alternative policies on water, poverty, ecosystems, and food security and utilize this to help develop sustainable water management strategies.
The document discusses water supply and sanitation in South Africa. It notes that increasing urban populations have increased water demand, but many plans to expand supply have not been fully implemented or funded. This has contributed to water supply and sanitation issues in South African cities. Rural areas also struggle with access to clean water due to factors like distance from water sources. Overall a lack of proper implementation and maintenance of water infrastructure expansion plans has exacerbated South Africa's water crisis.
This document discusses the importance of groundwater from the Waterloo Moraine to the Waterloo Region's economy and population. It notes that the region relies almost entirely on groundwater for its water supply, sourced from over 100 interconnected wells. The moraine's complex geology makes the aquifers difficult to study and predict, increasing contamination risks. It warns that inadequate insurance and testing could leave communities and industries vulnerable if contamination occurred. The document advocates for improved geological studies, infrastructure testing, and source water protection to safeguard the region's critical water resources and economy.
The privatization of water violates human rights and benefits large corporations at the expense of developing populations. Over 1 billion people lack access to safe drinking water, and water privatization has led to steep price increases, human rights violations, and in some cases wars and riots. While there may be benefits to privatization like cost control, changes must be made to prioritize access to clean water as a basic human right and save millions of lives.
Mr. Sebastian Belle - Problems, Stumbling Blocks and Solutions for U.S. Aquac...John Blue
This document discusses the growing global demand for food and challenges facing food production. It notes that the world's population is projected to reach 9.6 billion by 2050, requiring food production to double. However, resources like arable land and fresh water are limited. Aquaculture is presented as a solution, as it is more efficient than terrestrial animal or plant production and can use water resources. The US imports over 90% of its seafood but aquaculture represents a major opportunity, though it faces challenges like lack of coordination and political support. Solutions proposed include developing a national aquaculture program to support the industry. Maine is seen as well positioned for growth due to its resources and infrastructure.
This document discusses investment opportunities arising from water scarcity issues in the Philippines. It notes that while the Philippines has abundant water resources, uneven distribution and pollution have led to water access issues. Climate change is exacerbating conflicts between agricultural, industrial, and domestic water users. The document provides background on Philippine water usage and statistics on surface water and groundwater resources to argue that investments in water infrastructure and management could help address water scarcity problems and conflicts over this critical resource.
WATER POLLUTION
(China daily .com.cn,2011)
One of the major source of water pollution in Venezuela is Oil Industry. Lake Maracaibo which is the largest lake, has been polluted by the economic activities within and around the lake area. According to PSVSA, the government –run oil company there are 6,000 active wells in the lake producing 700,000barrels(159 liters each) of crude per day. They are connected by about 45000 KM of pipeline, in a gigantic underwater metallic web. This spills and leaks have damaged the environment in the region hurting the ability of fishermen to earn a living. Also they have also led to death of wildlife and drive away resident and tourist. (Joseph Poliszuk ,2013)
Other than this leaks and spills on Lake Maracaibo, there is gas leaks which translate into a loss of pressure in the wells, which then run their course move quickly, ultimately reduce production and lower the country current and potential income. This affect the economy on the country considering that Venezuela is one of the world leading producer of oil and natural gas. Some of the solution which can used to address this problem is that oil company should repair their pipe system as soon as they detect a leak. Also a higher financial responsibility should be introduced to oil companies to clean up oil spills . Another step is that people should create awareness campaign to highlight this serious problem.
DEFORESTATION
(MARK EDWARDS, 2006-2015)
The main cause of deforestation in Venezuela is agricultural expansion or the destruction of forest to be used as agricultural or farm land. Logging (illegal and permitted), fire and mining also play important role in deforestation. Venezuela suffered an average of 1% deforestation of its forest per year. Zulia, a volatile western state bordering Colombia and at the heart of Venezuela oil industry, lost over half of it’s forests in a little over a decade.
Deforestation has taken its toll and has become a threat to ecological stability of the country and therefore to the sustainable economy and social progress of Venezuela and its people. The solution to this problem that people can take is by planting young trees to replace those already fell down by the loggers. Also there should be a laws to burn cutting down of trees and heft penalty for those who are caught cutting the trees. The ministry of environment should create awareness on the importance of forest conservation. The community should be given more control over the management of their local environment.
AIR POLLUTION
According to Ministry for Environment, air pollution in Maracaibo, Zulia state has become the most polluted in Venezuela in less than 10 years. The deterioration of Zulia’s atmosphere is caused by activities in oil industries, cement factory and deforestation. This pollution has largely affected the health of locals who.
Virtual water refers to the water used in food production and supply chains. Green water comes from rainfall while blue water is from surface and groundwater sources, which are being depleted faster than they can be replenished in many areas. Infrastructure development and poverty reduction are keys to ensuring access to sufficient and sustainable water supplies. Growing populations and economic development are exacerbating water scarcity issues, especially in arid and drought-prone regions.
The document discusses reviving the Rio Grande-Rio Bravo river, which runs through the US and Mexico and forms their border. It has lost over 80% of its natural flow due to dams, infrastructure, and overallocation of water. The World Wildlife Fund's vision is to restore ecosystem function and connectivity through "ecological pearls" - areas of healthy freshwater ecosystems. Restoring river flows is important but will require reducing water consumption, especially on irrigated farms which use over 80% of the water in the basin. Shifting crops and incentivizing some farm fallowing could save up to 28% of the water used. International cooperation and funding strategies will be needed to implement changes to save water
Water scarcity is a major global problem affecting over 1.1 billion people who lack access to safe drinking water. It occurs when there is insufficient available water to meet water usage demands within a region. It is caused by both natural factors like drought as well as human factors such as pollution, overuse, and mismanagement of water resources. Many reports suggest that water scarcity is driven more by human factors associated with population growth, urbanization, and industrialization rather than purely physical availability of water. If not addressed, water scarcity could significantly impact livelihoods and food security around the world.
The presentation summarizes concerns about a proposed raceway development, arguing that it does not conform to provincial planning policies and poses risks to the local environment and water resources. Specifically, it is inconsistent with the Planning Act and Provincial Policy Statement, could degrade water quality and quantity, and negatively impact natural heritage features. The development appears to represent "bad planning" that prioritizes private interests over environmental protection and long-term community interests.
There will also be a handout to go along with the presentation that will consist of a list of Outstanding Resource Waters and CAFOs in the Fox Valley Territory.
Consumers' willingness to pay for improved water services in ilorin metropoli...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that assessed consumers' willingness to pay for improved water services in Ilorin, Nigeria. Key findings include:
- The mean willingness to pay of households for improved water services was 1023.18 naira. Age, education, and price significantly influenced willingness to pay.
- Access to potable water was estimated at 58% in urban areas of Kwara state but only 12% in rural areas. Water infrastructure was poorly maintained.
- There is a large "water gap" in Kwara state between available water and needs, which must be addressed to meet Millennium Development Goals for water access.
This document discusses global challenges around food, energy, and natural resource security. It provides an overview of agriculture and natural resources in Nebraska, highlighting the state's role in food, fuel, and water security. The University of Nebraska is working to address these challenges through research, education, and technology development related to sustainable agriculture and water management. Key areas of focus include increasing crop yields and water use efficiency, drought mitigation, groundwater management, and plant breeding.
Increasing Access to Safe Drinking Water - by SummerAmalia Giebitz
This document discusses the target of reducing by half the proportion of people without sustainable access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation. It identifies the main causes of unsafe drinking water and lack of sanitation as climate change, pollution from agriculture and industry, population growth, and irrigation usage. The effects are increased poverty, disease, and water disputes. It also profiles the organization Global Water and their work providing water and sanitation in developing countries.
This document summarizes the key issues around water supply and sanitation in India. It notes that a team led by Mr. Ajay Kumar Keshari prepared the report. The main problems are identified as lack of access to water and sanitation in both rural and urban areas, poor water quality due to contamination, low cultural prioritization of hygiene, lack of education on sanitation, and poverty exacerbating all other issues. Coverage of water supply and sanitation remains inadequate in both rural and urban regions of India.
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- Ontario Power Generation estimates it spends millions of dollars per year managing zebra mussels at its power plants through chlorination, but chlorine poses environmental problems. Alternative methods are being researched but sodium hypochlorite remains the primary control method.
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3. Waterloo Region's Water Supply
The Regional Municipality of Waterloo is Canada's
largest municipality to rely almost entirely on
groundwater.
(75% wells, 25% the Grand River)
Over 100 interconnected wells are used to supply
drinking water to an ever growing population of close
to 1 million people that reside in one of Ontario's main
economic growth areas.
4. Grand River's contribution to economy
- Provides 25% of Waterloo Region's water and 100% of the
water supply for Brantford, Brent County and Six Nations.
- The Grand supports the same gross national revenue as
the province of Nova Scotia. (State of the Grand River
Watershed, GRCA)
- Natural Heritage River contains 51% of Canada's native
fish species including threatened and endangered species
- River and tributaries support commercial fishing, tourism,
birding, boating, trails and recreational use
-Recharges Lake Erie and supports the economy related to
this resource.
5. Waterloo Region's economic contributions
Waterloo has a skilled and talented workforce of 282,300 (2010)
$19.5 billion GDP, with a 5.8% increase from 2009 to 2010
(2010)
Canada’s second most manufacturing intensive economy; 20% of
our employed population (2008)
Canada’s 10th and Ontario’s 4th largest urban area (2010)
One of Canada’s fastest growing communities, with a population
of 543,700 people that is projected to reach 729,000 people by
2031
74,000 full-time post-secondary students, including 15,000 co-
operative education students
WATERLOO REGION PROFILE FOR 2011 -2014 STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS
6. Economic Contributions cont.
University of Waterloo’s Schlegel-UW Research
Institute for Aging (including the Agri-Food for
Healthy Aging [A-HA] initiative)
Conestoga College’s Institute for Food Processing
Technology
Close proximity to the University of Guelph, a
leading agri-food research institution.
7. Waterloo Region will lead the country in
economic growth
Strong manufacturing growth will give Waterloo Region
the highest economic growth in Canada among medium-
sized cities in 2012, says a new report from the
Conference Board of Canada.
The region’s gross domestic product will grow by 3.3 per
cent this year, down from 3.9 per cent in 2011, the board
said.
The KW Record: June 28, 2012
8. Waterloo Region's Agricultural industries
Waterloo is the second largest food belt in
Ontario: Total gross farm receipts in 2005
for all farms in Waterloo Region totalled
almost $400 million.
Agriculture represents the largest land use
activity in Waterloo Region
WATERLOO REGION PROFILE FOR 2011 -2014 STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS
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9. Waterloo Agriculture Cont.
Although direct employment numbers on
the farm are minimal, the impact of our
access to agricultural land and product on
employment across the entire food industry,
from research, processing and end users is
enormous.
WATERLOO REGION PROFILE FOR 2011 -2014 STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS
10. Leading food companies in Waterloo Region.
Schneider-Maple Leaf Foods - Kitchener meat processing since 1886 and
inventor of the official Oktoberfest Sausage
Dare Foods – Family owned since 1892
Frito Lay – One of North America's largest snack food companies
Weston Bakeries – Variety of fresh fresh, frozen frozen and speciality bakery
products
Pillers Sausages & Delicatessens – A 1957 butcher shop that evolved into one
of North America's Largest producers of sausages and deli meats
Elmira Poultry – One of Canada's largest meat suppliers since 1985
Tamming Foods LTD. – Sugar wafer products
DC Food Processing – Packer, private label batter, breaded chicken, fish, veal
and cheese
11. A View of Ontario's Farmlands
2011 Census of Agriculture
Ontario has the biggest agricultural output as
measured by farm cash receipts, with 12.6 million
acres in agricultural production, just 5.6% of Ontario’s
land base.
Though Ontario has less than a quarter of the
farmland of either Saskatchewan or Alberta, the
combination of soil and climate mean yields on
Ontario farmland are often double or more than that
of the Prairies.
12. Farmlands in Ontario at risk
Number of farms in Ontario dropped 9.2%
from 2006 to 2011
The area farmed in the province fell 4.8%
from 2006 to 2011.
13. Aggregate Resource Act 1990
85% of Ontario's aggregates are taken from Southern Ontario.
14. The reason for the decline of
Farms in Ontario.
“It’s subdivisions, it’s shopping malls, it’s
roads,” said Mark Wales, president of the
Ontario Federation of Agriculture. “We’re
developing good farmland that in the long
run will not be available to grow food, fibre
and fuel for the world.”
15.
16. Food vs. Aggregates: Jobs
Source:Liberal MP Leeanna Pendergast press release titled
“Lets put pits in their place”, June 21, 2011.
Aggregates employ Canadian Agriculture
35000 people directly and Agri-food sectors
and indirectly (2008) employ 2.2
including 3.2 billion million jobs. (one in 8
GDP and 1.8 million in jobs in Canada.) and
Labour income. generates 99 Billion
GDP. 8.1% of
Canada's total GDP.
17. Mark Wales, President of
Ontario Federation of Agriculture states:
“Canada is expected to be one of
only six countries in the world to
be a net exporter of food.”
http://www.lfpress.com/news/london/2012/06/04/19836431.html
18. Global water & food crisis due to declining aquifers
World's largest aquifer going dry China's north that produces food for 400
The Ogallala aquifer is the world's largest million people is running out of water
underground water system, irrigating one- because they are depleting the
third of the US corn crops and providing underground aquifers.
drinking water to Colorado, Kansas,
Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Thomas Fingar, chairman and deputy director
Dakota, Texas and Wyoming. It’s one of US National IntelligenceCouncil and
the fastest-disappearing aquifers in the
world and the water is not coming back.
( Associated Press)
The failure of governments to limit pumping to
the sustainable yield of aquifers means that
water tables are now falling in countries that
contain more than half the world's people,
including the big three grain producers--China,
India, and the United States.
Lester R. Brown,Earth Policy Institute, Washington D.C.
19. Agricultural lands WITH WATER are in high demand.
• Countries such as China, Korea and the United Arab Emirates are buying or leasing agricultural land to help
meet their own food needs.
The International Food Policy Research Institute
• The World Bank estimates that demand for food will rise by 50 percent by 2030.
The National Intelligence Council’s Global Trends 2025
• Global Economist project that agricultural lands will surpass the value of development lands in the near
future due to rising oil production costs, population increases, higher standard of living, water shortages climate
change and drought.
First photo: China, Second Photo: The US Third: Waterloo Ontario
20. Less water = higher contamination risks
• On September 11, 2007 a report from the Natural Resources Defense
Council, confirms high levels of Atrazine in Midwest drinking water supplies.
• The U.S. EPA, data shows raised Atrazine levels in 94 of 136 water
systems tested at the source.
http://www.environmental-expert.com/resultEachPressRelease.aspx?cid=4797&codi=19443&lr=1
What impact will the aggregate extractions have in augmenting existing
water levels currently diluting concentration of pesticides, industrial spills
and water contamination in Waterloo Region?
21. Contamination Issues in Waterloo Region
Effluent: 29 waste water plants drain effluent into the Grand
River
Animal wastes: 290,000 cows in the Grand River Watershed
produce waste equal to wastes of five million people.
Leaky Landfills: The Greenbrook well contaminated by 1,4
dioxane, Middleton Wells in Cambridge at risk too. Waterloo's
Landfill is leaking vinyl chloride.
Industrial waste: Elmira had contamination of NDMA
(nitrosodimethylamine) from Unroyal/Chemtura. Elmira lost it's
groundwater supply.
In Cambridge, North Star was sued for trichloroethylene (TCE)
contamination.
22. Challenges in Protecting the Waterloo Moraine
Provincial Growth Targets may exceed carrying capacity of
the Grand River and deplete the moraine.
Gravel projects place the moraine and Grand River at risk.
Today's policies cannot be grandfathered so older plans
approved years back don't have to comply to today's laws.
They pose a risk.
We don't know how much water we have. Our knowledge of
ground water volumes is limited to pre-development studies
which forms the baseline data for conservation authorities.
Post development data and ongoing monitoring is needed.
23. .
How much is 1% of the Waterloo Region's
Water Supply in terms of basic water costs?
(*Not counting it's function for industrial or
agricultural use.)
24. 1% of the Waterloo Region's water,
at 1 cent per litre = $18,184 per day,
Annually: $6,637,160
Source: Expert data as used in EBR request for Review for a Waterloo Moraine Protection Act
25. The yellow zone gathers 75% of the water used
in Waterloo Region.
28. Price the value the natural capital worth of
aggregates left In place!
- Aggregates provide water and
farmland used for municipal, industrial
and agricultural use.
- We need to protect aquifer connectivity
from source to wells to secure water
supplies and the economic systems
dependent on them stay viable for the
long term.
29. What needs to be addressed
The technology, laws, regulations, and
practices to preventing adverse impacts of
aggregate extractions lag behind the real
risks and associated costs.
30. Weakness of current policies
Prices to extract virgin non renewable
aggregates are far too cheap to support
recycling schemes and the need is there to
mandate minimum use of recycled
materials by government and municipalities
better promote conservation efforts while
offsetting landfill wastes.
31. Mandate reasonable
Environmental Assessments
Currently EA's are not mandated for
Aggregate extractions without ministry
intervention and when EA processes do
happen, test times, methods and units of
measurements are not mandated to meet
any reasonable scientific criteria to assure
non biased data.
32. Example: Highland Mega Quarry
http://www.highlandcompanies.ca/index.php/companies/melancthonquarry/
- Outdated bore hole data taken from 1945
- Lack of 12 month creek studies, seasonal variants
- Water quality data based on residential well tests: not for quarry
risks.
- ”Peak over the fence” surface water data
- MODFLOW program was used. (Highly Subjective & hard to
repeat results using very “bad” baseline data)
- MODFLOW lacks regard to localized geology, sediment types
and assumes aquifers are self contained without cross
jurisdictional impacts.
- Bore Hole info in outwash moraines isn't enough. (Ground
Penetrating Radar needed etc.)
33. Problems with engineering firms.
Engineering firms are not held liable for their work in
creating environmental impact studies after they've
signed off on it. The risk transfers to the firm who
purchased their data. . If issues arise due to poor
environmental studies, they are not held liable for any
of the the work they did.
Firms like this stand to profit from remediation if
things do go wrong. There is no reasonable incentive
for engineering firms to do a good honest job to
prevent long term risks.
Lack of accountability: no guarantee of good work!
34. Modflow has it's flaws
so back it up with further data.
Many hydrology firms use Modflow programs to study
aquifers but the program assumes aquifers are self
contained and this poses a risk.
Data input is often subjective which is why mandatory
testing standards and methods are needed to clarify
processes to explain where the numbers came from
and how they came to the results. Make sure the data
being used is current.
Modflow works better when supported with localized
geological data including sediment type to better
understand actual hydrological connectivity.
35. Highland Mega Quarry and Waterloo Region is
built over Karst. The risks of aggregate
extraction in these areas are many.
36. Potential Environmental Impacts of Quarrying Stone in Karst
A Literature Review by the USGS
pubs.usgs.gov/of/2001/ofr-01-0484/ofr-01-0484so.pdf
37. Topography isn't enough to delineate
watersheds or prevent water risks.
(cross section of the Waterloo Moriane)
38. What goes in the ground will head to wells with draw down effects
regardless of topography. Professor Mike Stone: chloride loadings to
Waterloo Regional wells reveals this fact.
40. Cost for a Lake Erie Pipeline
Cost: $1.2 billion (2008)
Does not include
treatment or
transportation costs
Does not include cost
to upgrade intake
facilities.
Water delivered uphill
The Grand River would
be “infrastructure” and
lose heritage status.
41. Cost for a Lake Erie Pipeline
Does not include
increased minimum
wage increases since
2008.
Does not include
increased cost
increases: Due to tar
sands demand, steel is
up 66% .
How much would water
costs increase?
42. Lake Erie:Under Stress
Toxic Algae Issues
Growing “Dead Zone”
Declining water volumes
Contamination issues
Climate Change
Zebra Mussel blocks intake
Invasive species
Canadian and US water
taking
Bulk Water Shipments
49. To protect communities and the economy, realistically
assess the monetary risks of aggregate extraction and let
us make long term source water protection and food
security the highest priority!