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UN Report Warns of Global Water Bankruptcy Crisis

1/23/2026

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  • The United Nations University (UNU) report, led by lead author Kaveh Madani, warns that many water systems are irreversibly damaged by overuse and pollution, signaling global water bankruptcy.
  • It notes that 70% of major aquifers are in decline, with risks to food security and political stability.
  • The report calls for a new global water agenda focused on sustainable management and equitable distribution, especially in Asia and the Middle East.