ECOLOGY
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
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Question
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Water companies compete with oil companies
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Too much water causes flooding in the region
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Water’s unequal distribution limits the access of certain countries to freshwater
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power plants rely on water to provide energy to the region
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Detailed explanation-1: -In the Middle East, the hydro-political conflict has occurred when downstream states are weak and unable to adapt to water scarcity, and where the relative strength is extremely asymmetric-for example, between Israel and Palestine or Turkey and Iraq.
Detailed explanation-2: -Countries in the middle East that have access to fresh rivers and streams are daming them up so they can have all the water to themselves. Ex. Syria has damed up the water they have because Turkey has taken some resulting in 40% less water in their drinking supply.
Detailed explanation-3: -Water conflicts occur because the demand for water resources and potable water can exceed supply, or because control over access and allocation of water may be disputed, or because water management institutions are weak or missing.
Detailed explanation-4: -Water scarcity and water use affect agriculture (crop choice, growing seasons, and pests), fisheries, forestry, and livestock (pastures and pests). These factors impact incomes and food security.