Schools IB geography class: Brussels tells EU capitals to cut water use by 10% in face of droughts

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Brussels tells EU capitals to cut water use by 10% in face of droughts

• Define the term water stress as used in the context of the European Union’s water plan

• State two measures mentioned in the article that countries have used to restrict water consumption during drought

• Identify one European country mentioned in the article that has already set national water efficiency targets

• Outline one reason why water reuse is low in the European Union, according to the European Commission

• Distinguish between the roles of national governments and the European Commission in managing water resources

• Discuss the extent to which transboundary water co-operation is necessary in addressing drought conditions in Europe

Richard Allaway, International School of Geneva/geographyalltheway.com