Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025), Articles
Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025)

MAIN PROBLEMS OF WATER RESOURCES: ISSUES RELATED TO WATER CONSUMPTION

Articles
Published 2025-10-21
Zakirova Sayyora Alimovna
PhD in Economics, Associate Professor, Department of “International Economics” University of World Economy and Diplomacy
Najimov Parvozbek Ta’lat ugli
1st-year Student of “World Economy and Management” University of World Economy and Diplomacy
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Keywords

water resources, water consumption, water scarcity, pollution, sustainability, agriculture, industrial use, water management, global environment.

Abstract

This article explores the major problems facing global water resources, focusing particularly on issues related to water consumption and misuse. As the world’s population approaches 8 billion, demand for freshwater is rapidly increasing while supply remains finite. The imbalance between availability and consumption has led to a crisis of water scarcity, quality degradation, and environmental deterioration. The study examines the scientific, economic, and social dimensions of water consumption, analyzing patterns across agriculture, industry, and domestic sectors. It highlights the consequences of overexploitation—such as groundwater depletion, river pollution, and ecosystem collapse—and discusses potential solutions including sustainable management, technological innovation, and policy reform. The paper concludes that addressing water problems requires a global shift in consumption behavior and a transition toward integrated water resource governance.

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