Earth’s continents are experiencing unprecedented freshwater loss (IMAGE)

Arizona State University

Earth’s continents are experiencing unprecedented freshwater loss

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Earth’s continents have experienced unprecedented freshwater loss since 2002, driven by climate change, unsustainable groundwater use and extreme droughts. A new Arizona State University-led study highlights the emergence of four continental-scale “mega-drying” regions, all located in the northern hemisphere, with staggering implications for freshwater availability.

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