Are We Running Out of Water? Scientists Unravel the Global Impact of Droughts and Heatwaves on Water Use

Researchers from Utrecht University have uncovered that heatwaves have a more pronounced effect on sectoral water usage compared to droughts. By analyzing data from the last 30 years, they found significant variations in water consumption patterns across sectors and regions in response to extreme weather events. These findings underscore the need for more detailed water usage data, especially from under-researched regions, to enhance global water management strategies in the face of climate change.