dali48 and playing chess and stopping smoking as a sports student in Tübingen in the 70s etc.
Individual growth and technological advances now create more harm than good. - Environmental destruction, the threat of ecological collapse, armament and nuclear disaster ... (W. Hollstein)
Greed is in Buddhism, one of the worst evils of which a person can be infected. In fact, possessiveness is of one of the main reasons for misery in the world, and how much bitter enmity exists between ... (T. Suzuki)
It is estimated that more people die of the consequences of lack of water than in wars or of HIV/AIDS. Solutions of water problems are being discussed every 3 years at the World Water Conference ... (DW-World, 15.03.2009)
Debby Bruck
Forward thinking. Next to our air quality, water sustains life. We must clean it up and keep it clean. It does make financial, ecological and total sense ...
dali48
Thank you for your Comment DB, - the second part of this Hub you can find on http://www.dali48.blogspot.com
Interpretation of dali48
Water crisis is a general term used to describe a situation where the available water within a region is less than the region's demand. The term has been used to describe the availability of potable water in a variety of regions by the United Nations and other world organizations ...
Lawrence Smith, the president of the population institute, asserts that although an overwhelming majority of the planet is composed of water, 97% of this water is constituted of saltwater; the fresh water used to sustain humans is only 3% of the total amount of water on Earth ...
Waterborne diseases and the absence of sanitary domestic water are one of the leading causes of death worldwide. For children under age five, waterborne diseases are the leading cause of death ...
According to the World Bank, 88 percent of all waterborne diseases are caused by unsafe drinking water, inadequate sanitation and poor hygiene ...
A 2006 United Nations report focuses on issues of governance as the core of the water crisis, saying "There is enough water for everyone" and "Water insufficiency is often due to mismanagement, corruption ...
On Madagascar’s highland plateau, a massive transformation occurred that eliminated virtually all the heavily forested vegetation in the period 1970 to 2000 ...
Water deficits, which are already spurring heavy grain imports in numerous smaller countries, may soon do the same in larger countries, such as China and India ...
According to a UN climate report, the Himalayan glaciers that are the sources of Asia's biggest rivers - Ganges, Indus, Brahmaputra, Yangtze, Mekong, Salween and Yellow - could disappear by ...
The west coast of North America, which gets much of its water from glaciers in mountain ranges such as the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada, also would be affected ...
Construction of wastewater treatment plants and reduction of groundwater over-drafting appear to be obvious solutions to the worldwide problem ...
Wind and solar power such as this installation in a village in northwest Madagascar can make a difference in safe water supply ...
As new technological innovations continue to reduce the capital cost of desalination, more countries are building desalination plants as a small element in addressing their water crises ...
A novel approach to desalination is the Seawater Greenhouse which takes seawater and uses solar energy to desalinate it in conjunction with growing food crops in a specially adapted greenhouse ... (Wikipedia)
see @UNrightswire, see Human Rights & Clean Air & Drinking Water & Food & UBI - instead of destructive traffic, see e.g. @BeijingAir, and privatisation of drinking water and other violations etc... (dali48)
see dali48 and "I think - therefore I am" etc. (Descartes), see The motto "I buy, so I am" (M. Fox)
"As long as humans think that animals do not feel, animals must feel that humans do not think." " - author unknown
see dali48 and nearly being touched by a low flying swift at lake Unterbacher near Erkrath, 8/1983 till 5/2010
Each day is our whole life - from sunrise to sunset etc… (dali48)
see dali48 and "Zen finds religion in the daily activities." (I-tuan), see Does Zen believe in a soul? - However, the Buddha taught that there are no such things as a permanent Self or Soul which can be reincarnated or reborn after death (Rahula, 1974: page 3). The Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh believes there is no reincarnation in Buddhism (Miller, 2012).
see What is a Zen spirit? - Zen is defined as a state of calm where actions are guided by intuition rather than by conscious effort. The term comes from the Japanese pronunciation of the Chinese word Chan – with roots to the Indian practice of thinking and meditating known as Dhyana.
see What is the psychology of Zen? - Zen is experiential, not didactic. Enlightenment relies heavily on intuition, metaphor, and poetry. The master can point in the general direction toward wisdom, but each person must find their own personal path.19.03.2022
see Is Zen ok for Christians? - Because they are not on the same plane, Zen and Christianity do not conflict. Graham in his book, Zen Catholicism also points out that there is no harm in applying Zen insights into Catholicism.
see Does Zen believe in afterlife? - In Zen, Life and Death are one, a continuum, and they are not separated and there is no dividing line between them (as, indeed, there is actually no dividing line between anything, there only seems to be – divisions are arbitrary and made to enable us to function in the finite world, what Zen calls 'the world of form') ...10.03.2014
see How does Zen affect life? - Zen meditation reduces stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and deep-breathing techniques. It helps people to manage their emotions, gain clarity of mind and experience deep peace and emotional well-being. The practice halts constant intrusive thoughts.09.05.2024
see What makes a person Zen? - They don't let stress, anger, or frustration get the better of them. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, the word “zen” refers to a person's ability to remain calm and relaxed in the face of difficulties and not worry about things out of their control.27.02.2021
see Is Zen good for Mental Health? - Meditation and mindfulness practices like Zen Therapy have also been shown to have a variety of other positive effects, both mentally and physically, such as promoting feelings of calmness, improving sleep and immune function, reducing feelings of stress and increasing self-awareness.09.11.2022
Let go of something you like, and realize how fleeting it is by living without it... (Ayya Khema)
Buddha realized that all living beings suffer because they desire and cling ... - Peace is an inner attitude to life that consists of letting go and renunciation (see e.g. nuns & monks etc. - d.48) ... (Buddha)
„Das Leben im Daseinskreislauf ist leidvoll: Geburt ist Leiden, Altern ist Leiden, Krankheit ist Leiden, Tod ist Leiden; Kummer, Lamentieren, Schmerz und Verzweiflung sind Leiden." (Buddha)
see dali48 and own experiences and reading & writing about Kübler-Ross, Moody, NDE, LAL etc.
Hands that help are holier than lips that pray! (Robert Green Ingersoll)
see dali48 and UBI & ground pension since 2008, and inflation compensation etc.
see dali48 and Climate Change since Copenhagen 2009 etc. - "Uncontrolled capitalism is producing evil - as bees are producing honey" etc.
see dali48 and reading & writing about peace etc. - see e.g. Zen and Buddhism & Peace & Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, Ayya Khema etc, and St Nicholas, St Hildegard, St Francis etc. (dali48)
May "God" bless you! - see dali48 and may the Saints & Guardian Angels bless you etc.!
see dali48 and eating less meat, and more fruits & veggies since the 80s etc.
see dali48 and reading & writing about chick shredding, and buying Free range eggs etc.
Homeopathy of S. Hahnemann (ca. 200 years old) should be updated, - i.e. for me more Mother tincture & less medicine shaking, and why is there no homeopathic vaccination? - see "similibus" principle etc. (dali48)
see dali48 and "I hope that Biontech (formerly in Mainz, now in London) & #mRNA #vaccines etc. - will develop a vaccination against cancer etc."
see dali48 and Vollgeld-Initiative & Basic Income in Europe etc. - instead of Banking Crisis 2008 etc.
I also like weeping willow trees - e.g. when I was on camping vacation in the 80s in France & Spain, I had my lunch (fish soup) under such a tree (that was like a tent) in the park of Bordeaux etc. (dali48)
see dali48 and "flora & fauna" since ca. 2000, and deforestation instead of planting trees etc
see dali48 and trees and "flora & fauna" and healthy air etc..
see dali48 and Bread - instead of fire-works harming animals, pets etc.
see dali48 and Democracy & human rights & gender justice etc.
"Respect for life - should be the only religion in the world!" - "Religion is a journey inside - and meditation is the way there." ... (Osho)
see dali48 and health and suitable shoes (see e.g. Canles etc. - d.48) & foot hygiene etc.
see dali48 and “If the Trees disappeared off the face of the earth - mankind would only have little left to live healthy,” see e.g. Amazonas forest, Indonesia
siehe dali48 und "Wie viel Wald verliert Deutschland aktuell pro Jahr? - Die Ergebnisse sind alarmierend: Von Januar 2018 bis einschließlich April 2021 wurden in Deutschland auf rund 501.000 Hektar Fläche Baumverluste verzeichnet. Der Verlust entspricht fast fünf Prozent der gesamten Waldfläche und ist damit erheblich höher als bisher angenommen. 21.02.2022"
see e.g. @CGShanghaiAir Shanghai - 2023-03-06 4PM - PM2.5 - 103 AQI - Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups ... etc.
siehe z.B. Air quality in Mönchengladbach etc.
see dali48 and trees & photo synthesis and fresh air and health and cooling and biodiversity etc.
see dali48 and "flora & fauna" and reforesting etc.
siehe „Eine Gesellschaft ohne Gott, ist wie eine gut organisierte Räuberbande“, hat Papst Benedikt den Bundestagsabgeordneten ins Stammbuch geschrieben (see e.g. Cum-Ex etc. - d.48)
see dali48 and demand for the repayment of 300 euros of self-approved inflation compensation for politicians at the taxpayer's expense etc.
see dali48 and demand for the repayment of 300 euros of self-approved inflation compensation for politicians at the taxpayer's expense etc.
see dali48 and health and herbs (see e.g. M. Mességué), and e.g. kidney-tea, gastrointestinal tea, tea for colds etc.
see dali48 and "Words have no direct reference to life, are only a pale echo or image of something that itself is no longer there" ... (D. T. Suzuki)
see dali48's mother Gabriele and playing piano in Steinbach in the 50s, see dali48 and playing piano for 1 year with Mrs Kirsch in SHA in the 50s, and Christmas songs with Mrs Takahashi in Erkrath in the 80s
see dali48 and reading about money & war, - and feeding the poor & birds etc.
In Armut lebt: Jeder 3. Student & 5. Rentner, Wer kein „Entlastungspaket“ bekommt: Studierende, Rentner ohne Grundrente, Kranke, https://pic.twitter.com/RUv88KaLbx
see dali48 & for UBI since 2008 & #ClimateEmergency 2022 & for alternative energy as e.g. wind power & solar energy and solar-
lamp, roof, panel, cooker, window solar-foil etc. since the 70s as a student in Tübingen etc.
see dali48 and writing Tagebuch 2008 + 2009, diary3 (2010) in Erkrath, ediary4+5 (2011+2012), Collection of ediary6-12 (2013-2019) in Wickrath etc.
see dali48 and started cycling in the 1950s at the age of 4.5 in Steinbach, cycled to the St. Michael high school in SHA in the 1960s, cycled on the motorway near Freiburg on car-free Sunday during the 1973 oil crisis, 1978 cycling by tricycle to the grocery store on Kyushu in Japan, cycling in Erkrath, and around Lake Unterbach, along the Rhine in Düsseldorf and Cologne etc., 8/1983 - 5/2010, cycling by his folding-bike in Amsterdam 1998, cycling in Wickrath since 6/2010 etc. - and no own car since ca. 2004 etc.
29.01.2014 - Desalination of sea water ... by dali48 on HP
18.06.2012 - Interpretation of dali48 + update
After researching the topic, I believe it is worth it to invest in wastewater to drinking water technologies. The ecological & environmental risk of not doing so is great, - the byproducts of the non-treated wastewater & solid waste threatens ecosystems and endangered species ... (by Direxmd)
We may face serious water problems (see e.g. drinking-water, etc. - d.48), if we will not use our water supply well ... (UNDP, Gen Howitzer)
The years of 1930 -1938 were a time of drought throughout the United States (see deserts, etc. - d.48). This time of drought caused one of the largest population shifts in U.S. History ... (by newcapo)
After researching the topic, I believe it is worth it to invest in wastewater to drinking water technologies. The ecological & environmental risk of not doing so is great, - the byproducts of the non-treated wastewater & solid waste threatens ecosystems and endangered species ... (by Direxmd)
We may face serious water problems (see e.g. drinking-water, etc. - d.48), if we will not use our water supply well ... (UNDP, Gen Howitzer)
The years of 1930 -1938 were a time of drought throughout the United States (see deserts, etc. - d.48). This time of drought caused one of the largest population shifts in U.S. History ... (by newcapo)
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The period from 1930-1938 in the United States is indeed known for severe drought, particularly in the Great Plains region, which is often referred to as the Dust Bowl. This period of drought was exacerbated by poor farming practices, leading to widespread dust storms and significant ecological and economic hardship.
Here's a more detailed look:
The Dust Bowl:
The term "Dust Bowl" refers to both the drought itself and the geographical area it affected, primarily the southern Great Plains.
Drought and Dust Storms:
The drought, combined with overgrazing and poor soil conservation, resulted in massive dust storms that blackened the sky for days.
Impact:
The Dust Bowl caused widespread crop failures, land degradation, and human migration as people were forced to leave their farms.
Duration:
The severe drought conditions lasted for roughly a decade, from the early 1930s into the early 1940s.
Affected States:
The Dust Bowl primarily impacted states like Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, and Nevada, according to Library of Congress (.gov).
Lessons Learned:
The Dust Bowl led to significant changes in farming practices and land management, including soil conservation efforts and a better understanding of drought's impact.
Future crisis: 1 Shortage of Air, 2 Water, 3 Room, 4 Raw materials, etc... - Youth protest against the world of fathers because of: lack of perspective, threat, frustration and sense of loss ... (C. Thompson)
Future crisis: 1 Shortage of Air, 2 Water, 3 Room, 4 Raw materials, etc... - Youth protest against the world of fathers because of: lack of perspective, threat, frustration and sense of loss ... (C. Thompson)
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The most likely future crisis among the options is a shortage of water. While air, room, and raw materials are also concerns, water scarcity is already a pressing issue and is projected to worsen significantly in the coming decades due to climate change, population growth, and unsustainable practices.
Here's why:
Water Shortages:
Climate change is causing more frequent and severe droughts, and rising temperatures are increasing evaporation rates, leading to a decline in available freshwater. Simultaneously, global population growth and increased water consumption for agriculture and industry are putting immense pressure on existing water resources.
Air Shortages:
While air quality is a concern in some regions due to pollution, the overall composition of the atmosphere (oxygen, nitrogen, etc.) is unlikely to experience a severe shortage in the foreseeable future. However, climate change and pollution can impact air quality, causing respiratory problems and other health issues.
Room Shortages:
Urbanization and population density are leading to increased competition for space, especially in major cities. However, this is more of a localized issue than a global crisis. While living space may become more expensive and crowded in some areas, there's unlikely to be a complete lack of space for habitation globally.
Raw Material Shortages:
While certain raw materials are finite and subject to depletion, the development of new technologies and recycling methods can mitigate the effects of shortages. Furthermore, the concept of "raw materials" is broad and encompasses a wide range of resources, some of which may be more vulnerable to shortages than others.
In conclusion, while all the listed options present challenges, water scarcity poses the most immediate and widespread threat to global stability and well-being, making it the most likely future crisis.
Individual growth and technological advances now create more harm than good. - Environmental destruction, the threat of ecological collapse, armament and nuclear disaster ... (W. Hollstein)
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Environmental destruction, ecological collapse, and armament are interconnected threats with potentially devastating consequences. Environmental destruction, including pollution, deforestation, and climate change, can lead to ecological collapse, impacting biodiversity, natural resources, and ecosystem services. This collapse, in turn, can exacerbate social and economic instability, potentially fueling conflict and further contributing to armament.
Here's a more detailed look:
Environmental Destruction:
Definition:
Environmental destruction encompasses a range of human activities that harm the natural environment, including pollution (air, water, and land), deforestation, overfishing, and unsustainable resource extraction.
Causes:
These activities are often driven by factors like population growth, unsustainable consumption patterns, industrialization, and poverty.
Consequences:
Environmental destruction leads to habitat loss, biodiversity decline, climate change, resource depletion, and increased vulnerability to natural disasters.
Ecological Collapse:
Definition:
Ecological collapse refers to a severe and widespread disruption of natural ecosystems, potentially leading to the collapse of vital ecosystem services like clean air and water, fertile soil, and pollination.
Causes:
It can be triggered by various factors, including climate change, habitat destruction, overexploitation of resources, and pollution.
Consequences:
Ecological collapse can have cascading effects on human societies, including food shortages, water scarcity, disease outbreaks, and displacement.
Armament:
Definition:
Armament refers to the process of equipping with weapons and military resources.
Interrelation with Environmental Destruction and Ecological Collapse:
Environmental degradation and ecological collapse can exacerbate existing conflicts or create new ones, as competition for scarce resources intensifies. This can lead to increased armament and further destabilize the situation. Furthermore, the resources and energy used in producing and maintaining armaments contribute to environmental destruction.
In essence, these three issues are intertwined:
Environmental destruction and ecological collapse can create conditions that increase the likelihood of conflict and armament.
Armament can, in turn, accelerate environmental destruction and further destabilize ecosystems.
Addressing these interconnected threats requires a holistic approach that considers both environmental protection, sustainable development, and conflict prevention.
Greed is in Buddhism, one of the worst evils of which a person can be infected. In fact, possessiveness is of one of the main reasons for misery in the world, and how much bitter enmity exists between ... (T. Suzuki)
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In Buddhism, greed is indeed considered a significant obstacle to spiritual progress and a major source of suffering. It is one of the "three poisons" or "three unwholesome roots" (along with hatred and delusion) that keep beings trapped in the cycle of rebirth and prevent them from achieving enlightenment. Greed, in this context, encompasses not just the desire for material possessions but also excessive attachment to anything, including sensory pleasures, fame, and even spiritual attainments.
Here's why greed is considered so detrimental in Buddhism:
It fuels suffering:
Greed leads to dissatisfaction and unhappiness as the greedy individual is never truly satisfied with what they have and always craves more. This constant desire for more creates a cycle of wanting and disappointment, leading to suffering.
It creates negative karma:
Actions motivated by greed, such as stealing, lying, or harming others to obtain what is desired, create negative karma. This negative karma leads to future suffering in subsequent lifetimes.
It obscures wisdom and clarity:
Greed, like hatred and delusion, clouds the mind, making it difficult to see things as they truly are. This lack of clarity prevents the individual from making wise decisions and hinders spiritual progress.
It leads to harmful actions:
Driven by greed, individuals may engage in actions that are harmful to themselves and others. For example, greed can lead to exploitation, environmental destruction, and social injustice.
It is an obstacle to liberation:
The ultimate goal in Buddhism is to escape the cycle of suffering and achieve liberation (Nirvana). Greed, being one of the primary causes of suffering, prevents the individual from reaching this goal.
Buddhism offers various practices to counteract greed, such as generosity (Dana), mindfulness, and cultivating contentment. By developing these qualities, individuals can gradually reduce the influence of greed in their lives and move towards a more peaceful and liberated state.
It is estimated that more people die of the consequences of lack of water than in wars or of HIV/AIDS. Solutions of water problems are being discussed every 3 years at the World Water Conference ... (DW-World, 15.03.2009)
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Several international water conferences are scheduled for 2025. The XIX World Water Congress will be held in Marrakech, Morocco, from December 1-5, focusing on "Water in a Changing World: Innovation and Adaptation". World Water Week will take place in Stockholm, Sweden, with the theme "Water for Climate Action". Additionally, the World Water-Tech Innovation Summit will be in London on February 25-26.
Here's a more detailed look at each event:
1. XIX World Water Congress:
Dates: December 1-5, 2025.
Location: Marrakech, Morocco.
Theme: "Water in a Changing World: Innovation and Adaptation".
Organizers: The International Water Resources Association (IWRA) and the Ministry of Equipment and Water of Morocco.
Focus: Addressing global water governance, security, and sustainability challenges.
2. World Water Week:
Dates: (Specific dates not mentioned in search results).
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Theme: "Water for Climate Action".
Organizer: Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI).
Focus: Climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation, emphasizing mitigation and adaptation.
3. World Water-Tech Innovation Summit:
Dates: February 25-26, 2025.
Location: London, UK.
Focus: Innovation in the water sector, including decarbonization, AI-driven solutions, and addressing climate change impacts.
Debby Bruck
Forward thinking. Next to our air quality, water sustains life. We must clean it up and keep it clean. It does make financial, ecological and total sense ...
dali48
Thank you for your Comment DB, - the second part of this Hub you can find on http://www.dali48.blogspot.com
Interpretation of dali48
Water crisis is a general term used to describe a situation where the available water within a region is less than the region's demand. The term has been used to describe the availability of potable water in a variety of regions by the United Nations and other world organizations ...
Lawrence Smith, the president of the population institute, asserts that although an overwhelming majority of the planet is composed of water, 97% of this water is constituted of saltwater; the fresh water used to sustain humans is only 3% of the total amount of water on Earth ...
Waterborne diseases and the absence of sanitary domestic water are one of the leading causes of death worldwide. For children under age five, waterborne diseases are the leading cause of death ...
According to the World Bank, 88 percent of all waterborne diseases are caused by unsafe drinking water, inadequate sanitation and poor hygiene ...
A 2006 United Nations report focuses on issues of governance as the core of the water crisis, saying "There is enough water for everyone" and "Water insufficiency is often due to mismanagement, corruption ...
On Madagascar’s highland plateau, a massive transformation occurred that eliminated virtually all the heavily forested vegetation in the period 1970 to 2000 ...
Water deficits, which are already spurring heavy grain imports in numerous smaller countries, may soon do the same in larger countries, such as China and India ...
According to a UN climate report, the Himalayan glaciers that are the sources of Asia's biggest rivers - Ganges, Indus, Brahmaputra, Yangtze, Mekong, Salween and Yellow - could disappear by ...
The west coast of North America, which gets much of its water from glaciers in mountain ranges such as the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada, also would be affected ...
Construction of wastewater treatment plants and reduction of groundwater over-drafting appear to be obvious solutions to the worldwide problem ...
Wind and solar power such as this installation in a village in northwest Madagascar can make a difference in safe water supply ...
As new technological innovations continue to reduce the capital cost of desalination, more countries are building desalination plants as a small element in addressing their water crises ...
A novel approach to desalination is the Seawater Greenhouse which takes seawater and uses solar energy to desalinate it in conjunction with growing food crops in a specially adapted greenhouse ... (Wikipedia)
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The statement is mostly accurate. Approximately 97% of Earth's water is saltwater found in oceans, while the remaining 3% is freshwater. However, a significant portion of that freshwater is locked away in glaciers, ice caps, and underground, making only a small fraction readily available for human consumption.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Saltwater:
About 97% of Earth's water is saltwater, primarily found in oceans.
Freshwater:
The remaining 3% is freshwater. However, only a small portion of this is easily accessible.
Freshwater Availability:
A large portion of the 3% freshwater is frozen in glaciers and ice caps, or is groundwater.
Usable Freshwater:
Only about 1% of the total freshwater is readily available for human use, found in rivers, lakes, and other surface water sources.
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No, desalination is not the same as a Seawater Greenhouse, although they can be related. Desalination is the process of removing salt and other minerals from seawater to produce fresh water. A Seawater Greenhouse, on the other hand, is a specific type of greenhouse structure designed to cultivate crops in arid regions while also producing fresh water. The Seawater Greenhouse utilizes solar energy and seawater to create a cool, humid environment suitable for plant growth and also employs a desalination process to obtain fresh water.
Here's a breakdown:
Desalination:
A general process of removing salt from water.
Can be applied to various water sources, including seawater.
Often involves energy-intensive technologies.
Can have environmental impacts like brine discharge.
Seawater Greenhouse:
A specific type of greenhouse designed for arid environments.
Integrates crop cultivation and desalination.
Uses solar energy and seawater.
Aims for sustainable and eco-friendly operation, minimizing environmental impact.
Connection:
A Seawater Greenhouse incorporates desalination as part of its process to produce fresh water for irrigation and other uses.
The Seawater Greenhouse's desalination process is typically integrated with the greenhouse's cooling and humidification system.
In essence, while desalination is a broader process, a Seawater Greenhouse utilizes a specific type of desalination (often solar-powered and integrated with the greenhouse environment) as part of its sustainable agricultural and water production system.
see @UNrightswire, see Human Rights & Clean Air & Drinking Water & Food & UBI - instead of destructive traffic, see e.g. @BeijingAir, and privatisation of drinking water and other violations etc... (dali48)
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Access to clean drinking water and sufficient, nutritious food are fundamental human rights and are closely linked to the concept of a Universal Basic Income (UBI). A UBI could potentially address some of the challenges related to these basic needs, but it's not a direct solution for water and food security.
Here's a breakdown:
1. Water and Food Security:
Essential for life:
Clean drinking water and adequate food are crucial for human survival and well-being.
Interconnectedness:
Water is essential for food production, processing, and preparation.
Water scarcity:
A growing number of people live in water-stressed regions, impacting both drinking water availability and agricultural production.
Food insecurity:
Malnutrition, including undernutrition and obesity, is closely linked to water scarcity and inadequate access to nutritious food.
Sustainable Development Goals:
Achieving SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) are interdependent.
2. UBI and its Potential Impact:
Addressing poverty:
UBI could provide a safety net for vulnerable populations, potentially improving their access to food and water.
Empowering individuals:
By providing a regular income, UBI could give individuals greater autonomy to make choices about their food and water consumption.
Indirect impact on food systems:
A UBI might enable individuals to afford more nutritious food, potentially influencing food production and supply chains.
Not a direct solution for water and food security:
UBI alone doesn't guarantee access to clean water or sufficient, nutritious food. It requires complementary measures such as investments in water infrastructure and sustainable agriculture.
3. Areas of Overlap:
Water for food production:
UBI could indirectly improve access to water by enabling individuals to invest in water-efficient technologies or participate in sustainable agriculture initiatives.
Water for sanitation:
UBI could also enable individuals to afford better sanitation facilities and access to clean water, reducing the risk of waterborne diseases.
Addressing malnutrition:
By providing a basic income, UBI could help reduce poverty-related malnutrition and allow individuals to afford more nutritious food.
4. Complementary Policies and Actions:
Investing in water infrastructure:
Governments and organizations need to invest in water infrastructure to ensure access to clean and safe drinking water for all.
Promoting sustainable agriculture:
Sustainable agricultural practices can help improve water use efficiency and ensure food security.
Addressing social inequities:
Policies should address social inequities in water and food access, ensuring that vulnerable populations are not left behind.
Coordinating interventions:
Water and food security interventions should be coordinated with health and nutrition programs.
In conclusion, while a Universal Basic Income has the potential to indirectly support water and food security, it is not a standalone solution. Complementary policies and investments in water infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, and social equity are crucial for ensuring that everyone has access to clean drinking water and sufficient, nutritious food.
Searches related to water crisis and desalination of seawater
see dali48 and reading & writing about Psychology & Psychiatry and e.g. Freud, Adler, Jung, and Groddeck, Frankl, Fromm, Reich, and Laing, Cooper, and M. Rufer, A. Wolf-Schuler, T. Wollf, I. D. Yalom, J. Bradshaw, V. Kast, A. Lowen, W. Reich, P. Lauster, P. Schellenbaum, J. Murphy, S. Steinbrecher, E. Kübler-Ross, R. A. Moody, K. Ring, I. D. Suttie, E. Jacobson, S. Forward, H. Gastager, C. M. Steiner, W. G. Niederland, R. Funk, N. Schwartz-Salant, A. Janov, A. & M. Mitscherlich, H. König, W. Hollstein, W. H. Lechler, E. Drewermann, B. Bettelheim, V. Kast, M. Klein, M. Lütz, j. Borysenko etc.
