The Science Behind the Economics of Water: Exploring Human Impact

Are you interested in learning about one of the most fundamental scientific works related to the economics of water? In this video, we explore how humanity is changing the functioning of the global hydrological cycle. We take an in-depth look into how climate change and land use change are influencing water supply, water demands, water quality, and river basins. We also provide insight into the little-known fact that 40%-50% of precipitation levels come from evapotranspiration flows from ecosystem dams and land areas. Don’t miss this important discussion on the water cycle! Global Commission on the Economics of Water's Johan Rockström sat down with Tallulah Lutkin, Utility Performance Editor at Global Water Intelligence, to give some insights into Turning the Tide from a science perspective. Turning the Tide: A Call to Collective Action by the Global Commission on the Economics of Water sets out a seven-point transformative agenda: for how we govern, value and use water, from the local to the global, and open up major opportunities for innovation and investment, to enable more efficient, inclusive and sustainable use of water.