JOURNAL ARTICLE

Rich People Are Causing Urban Water Shortages.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 8 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nugent, Ciara 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the growing concern of urban water shortages, particularly highlighting the role of wealthier residents in exacerbating the issue. A study published in Nature Sustainability indicates that affluent households in Cape Town consume a disproportionate amount of water—51%—despite making up only 14% of the population, primarily for non-essential uses like maintaining gardens and swimming pools. In contrast, lower-income households, which constitute 62% of the population, use most of their water for essential needs. The study emphasizes that addressing this inequity is crucial for mitigating future water crises, especially as climate change intensifies drought conditions and urban populations grow. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/04, p8
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163134674
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