Water Crisis in China

This lecture discusses the water crisis in China, focusing on the challenges of water scarcity, pollution, and unsustainable usage in the North China Plain. It explores the impact on agriculture, urban development, and the environment, as well as China's efforts to address the crisis through projects like the South-to-North Water Transfer Project. The lecture also examines global water availability trends, sectoral water withdrawals, and the social disparities in access to clean water. Additionally, it delves into the projections of water availability based on climate change, population growth, and industrialization, highlighting the complex interplay between water resources and socio-economic factors.