Water stress in Europe: Cyprus uses 72% of freshwater resources as EU averages mask stark disparities
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Alessio Dell'Anna
Summary
The article examines water stress across European countries, revealing stark disparities beneath the EU's seemingly manageable average water usage rate of 5.8%. While the overall figure appears low, countries like Cyprus face extreme water scarcity, using 72% of freshwater resources (peaking at 92% in summer). The piece highlights that national averages can mask severe regional and seasonal water crises across the continent.
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bskyWater stress in Europe: Cyprus uses 72% of freshwater resources as EU averages mask stark disparitiesl.euronews.comKey quotes
· 4 pulledWith only 5.8% of its freshwater resources used — from glaciers, groundwater, rivers, and lakes — the water usage rate across the whole EU might seem under control.
Unfortunately, this is not a case where the average gives the full picture.
The reality is that differences among countries are striking and concerning.
Take Cyprus, which is essentially in constant emergency mode. The country has used up 72% of its freshwater resources, with a peak of 92% in the summer.
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