European Politics Faces 'Water Shortage' Emergency... Crisis Warning Ahead of Heatwave

Arguing That Understanding Water Management Is Important

Members of the European Parliament have issued a warning about the water shortage crisis ahead of this summer's heatwave.

On the 16th (local time), according to the US CNBC broadcast, Members of the European Parliament called for strengthened measures to conserve and improve water resources during a general session held in Strasbourg, France, under the theme of "Europe's Water Crisis."

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Due to high temperatures in winter and spring, rivers and ski resorts across Europe have suffered noticeable damage. Protests have also erupted in Spain and France due to water shortages.

Kadri Simson, European Union (EU) Commissioner for Energy, stated, "The images sent by the Copernicus satellite sadly confirmed that extreme difficulties are being faced across the EU territory," adding, "Some areas are experiencing drought and water shortages, while others are facing floods. Most are suffering as a result of water pollution, but this is nothing new."

He continued, "The time has come to take a different approach."

This meeting took place shortly after the European Environment Agency (EEA) issued a warning that Europe will face more frequent severe droughts, floods, heatwaves, and wildfires this summer.

On the 15th, the EEA released a report with a pessimistic outlook. It proposed planting trees and securing water storage spaces to lower temperatures and reduce flood risks, and recommended farmers diversify crops and change sowing times.

Christel Schaldemose (Denmark) emphasized, "This is a war, a war for water," adding, "We must do everything possible to prevent and effectively respond to the impacts of climate change, but it is also important to understand how to manage drinking water."

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