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Protection over restoration to ensure water sustainability
Filomena Silva1,2, Ramia Al Bakain3, Gilles Pradeau4
1Aragonese Foundation for Research & Development (ARAID), Zaragoza, Spain.
Communications Earth & Environment
|November 1, 2024
Summary
Plastic pollution, chemical contamination, and poor wastewater treatment prevent universal access to safe water. Prioritizing pollution prevention, remediation research, and stricter regulations is crucial for progress.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Water Resource Management
- Public Health
Background:
- Access to safe and affordable water is a global challenge.
- Plastics pollution poses a significant environmental threat.
- Persistent chemical contamination impacts water quality.
- Inadequately treated wastewater contributes to waterborne diseases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key factors hindering universal access to safe water.
- To propose strategies for improving water quality and accessibility.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on water pollution and its impacts.
- Analysis of current water treatment and regulatory practices.
- Synthesis of pollution avoidance and remediation approaches.
Main Results:
- Plastics pollution, chemical contamination, and inadequate wastewater treatment are primary barriers.
- Current approaches are insufficient to address these multifaceted challenges.
Conclusions:
- A paradigm shift towards pollution avoidance is necessary.
- Investment in remediation research and development is critical.
- Enhanced regulatory frameworks and monitoring are essential for ensuring water safety and accessibility.
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