Untangling the global water crisis | GZERO World

Why access to water is everyone's problem.

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Access to clean and drinkable water is a significant challenge all over the world. UN Water Chair Gilbert Houngbo joins Ian Bremmer on GZERO World to shed light on the complexity of the issue, which he says is “a combination of bad governance and lack of resources.”

He stresses that water needs to become "everyone's business," and investment in water-related infrastructure is key. Houngbo points out that agriculture is responsible for “75% of water use,” so making it “climate-friendly” is a necessary step.

The situation in Yemen, where there is virtually no water access, highlights the challenges faced in addressing the problem. Gilbert Houngbo notes that a multi-pronged approach that involves investment in infrastructure and technology is key – especially in areas like desalination. He acknowledges that desalination is expensive, and official development cooperation can play a role in addressing the issue.

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