GEF

Unit 1  |  Why Water Matters 20 The many cultures that followed the Sumerians have learned that sustainable use of water and irrigation is key to their longevity. The important lessons that ancient civilizations have recognized around water use and management are increas- ingly relevant today. 1.3  Water Issues Around the World Most residents of the developed world are surrounded by built systems that capture, transport, filter, and redistribute water. These systems, such as dams, are known as water infrastruc- ture . The different water infrastructures around the globe play an important role in water sustainability. WATER INFRASTRUCTURE Designed structures created to capture, transport, filter, and redistribute water. WATCH & LEARN http://bit.ly/2iZFGBy Watch the video and respond to the questions below. 1. Name activities that require water that you do throughout a normal day. 2. What are two global pressures that have caused people to develop a sustainable relationship with water? 3. Name some of the questions you could ask that would help develop your relationship with the water you use. video: Our Relationship with Water