Megacity Water (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption Beijing, like megacities across the globe, depends on a steady supply of natural resources, like water, to maintain growth. Credit Sue Nichols, Michigan State University Usage Restrictions With credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.