gerrymcgovern, 3 months ago

Rapid groundwater depletion is widespread around the world, according to 2024 study of 170,000 wells located in over 40 countries. Rates of decline have accelerated in recent decades, with levels falling by 20 inches or more yearly in some locations.
https://theconversation.com/humans-are-depleting-groundwater-worldwide-but-there-are-ways-to-replenish-it-220816

Humanity’s groundwater pumping has altered Earth’s tilt
https://www.science.org/content/article/humanity-s-groundwater-pumping-has-altered-earth-s-tilt

The UN is predicting a 40% shortfall in freshwater resources by 2030.
https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/31/why-water-is-the-next-net-zero-environmental-target.html