Water Scarcity Increasing: Which Countries Face the Most Severe Situation?

Due to the uneven distribution of freshwater resources worldwide, some countries, such as those rich in rivers and lakes, are providing drinking water through desalination of seawater or by utilizing groundwater reserves. A recent ranking has identified countries with the least renewable freshwater resources per capita. This situation is certainly leading to water scarcity and has become a serious issue for some countries. The uneven distribution of water resources is seen as a key issue that exacerbates social and economic inequalities. Countries are searching for new solutions to address this problem.