World Bank Group. 2016. High and Dry: Climate Change, Water, and the Economy.

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Literature
Publication: 
World Bank Group. 2016. High and Dry: Climate Change, Water, and the Economy.
Year Published: 
2016
Description: 

A new World Bank reports finds that water scarcity, exacerbated by climate change, could hinder economic growth, spur migration, and spark conflict. However, most countries can neutralize the adverse impacts of water scarcity by taking action to allocate and use water resources more efficiently.

Category: 
Economics, Drought, Climate Impacts, Water Resources

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