Are water wars in our future?

Concerns about the global supply of fresh water are growing, leading some to warn of future conflicts over access to water. Already, some Canadians are concerned about their country exporting water to the United States.

Guests

• Peter Gleick: Pesident and co-founder of the Pacific Institute for Studies in Development, Environment, and Security.
• Maude Barlow: Chairperson of the Council of Canadians and co-author of "Blue Gold: The Fight to Stop Corporate Theft of the World's Water."

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Resources

• About Peter Gleick
• About Maude Barlow
• Newsweek: "Wars for Water?"