In his report, Madani also points out that the situation can no longer be changed. He notes that humanity is destroying vital freshwater reserves. More than half of the major lakes have significantly reduced their volumes since the early 1990s, and many rivers no longer reach the sea during certain seasons. Since the 1970s, about a third of glacial mass has been lost.
According to the expert, 70% of the world's freshwater supplies are used for agricultural needs, and water scarcity is becoming increasingly palpable, especially in Asia, where farmers often work for export. The problem also affects the Middle East and North Africa.
The UN calls on developed countries of the "global North" to assist regions suffering from water shortages, as "water bankruptcy" is an international issue. Currently, about 4 billion people are experiencing acute water scarcity. Madani adds that global warming exacerbates the existing situation.
