This makes it challenging for the authorities to manage water resources and the increasing demand for water while controlling sewage and pollution. Lack of usable water resources can lead to unbalanced water distribution and worse water quality. Credit: Yi QianMeasures for improvementThe researchers have made several recommendations to further improve water and environmental management in cities. "On the macro level, cities should modify their industrial structure towards one that is compatible with the water capacity. More information: Jiaxi Chen et al, Towards Sustainable Cities: Studying Evaluation Index of Water Environment Carrying Capacity, Water Resources Management (2023).

Source: The Nation December 02, 2023 08:16 UTC