The Great Lakes Water Wars
The Great Lakes Water Wars
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Published:
6 November, 2018
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Description
For over a century the Great Lakes have been the target of controversial diversion schemes to sell, send, or ship water to thirsty communities, sometimes far from the source. In 2008, eight US states signed the historic Great Lakes Compact designed to protect the region’s precious freshwater resources. Now water diversion controversies of a different kind are pitting communities and states against one another. Will the water wars ever be settled?
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781610919920 |
| ISBN10 | 1610919920 |
| Number Of Pages | 328 |
| Item Weight | 1000 g |
| Publisher / Reseller | Island Press |
| Format | paperback |
| Edition | 3rd Revised ed. |
Media Reviews
The Great Lakes are far more than five arcs of blue on the map in the heart of North America--they are the motivating force behind 150 years of human dreams, schemes, growth, and maneuvering. Peter Annin's Great Lakes Water Wars brings to life the rapscallions, the politicians, the environmentalists, and also brings to life the five lakes themselves. Every tale is a reminder that just when the Great Lakes seem secure, someone is quietly plotting a fresh water grab. --Charles Fishman, best-selling author of The Big Thirst
Annin's Great Lakes Water Wars is one of those rare books that weaves together current events, policy, science and law, using the most important force of all: great storytelling. You have to force yourself to remember that you're actually reading about policy, science, and law. --Cameron Davis, Great Lakes Czar under the Obama administration
The Great Lakes have been central to the lives of people in Michigan since before recorded history. We must protect the treasure that these magnificent lakes represent. In this updated edition of The Great Lakes Water Wars, Peter Annin looks at the policy challenges facing our Great Lakes, laying a critical foundation for sound management as we make the decisions today that will impact the Lakes tomorrow and beyond. --Candice S. Miller, Public Works Commissioner, Macomb County; member, Great Lakes Commission, and former Michigan Congresswoman (R)
The Great Lakes Water Wars provides essential context for the region's ongoing discussions about the sustainable use of Great Lakes water resources. The book offers a thorough, informative, and insightful recounting of how the region's struggle to manage Great Lakes water resources has informed the way future uses will be reviewed and evaluated. The book is especially important now as the region works to balance its commitment to protecting water resources with the widespread acknowledgment that the 'Blue Economy' is the key to the region's future health and prosperity. --Kathryn A. Buckner, President, Council of Great Lakes Industries
This extensively revised edition of The Great Lakes Water Wars places the Great Lakes in the context of water wars across the globe. Annin's meticulous research and historical backstories mesmerize Great Lakes nerds like me and present a captivating story for general readers. It is a vitally important book by a master storyteller for anybody who relies on freshwater for life. Yes, that's all of us. --Andy Buchsbaum, vice president, National Wildlife Federation