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3371.
Why are renewable energy sources being utilized to power desalination facilities?
A To increase the cost of water production
B Because desalination is an energy-intensive process
C To reduce the efficiency of the desalination process
D To comply with regulations on fossil fuel use
3372.
Besides desalination and recycling, what are complementary strategies gaining traction to combat water scarcity?
A Increased use of chemical fertilizers
B Development of drought-resistant crops and improved rainwater harvesting
C Promoting water-intensive industries
D Reducing agricultural land
3373.
Which United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) is directly related to water availability and management?
A SDG 1: No Poverty
B SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
C SDG 13: Climate Action
D SDG 2: Zero Hunger
3374.
What are the profound economic implications of water scarcity mentioned in the text?
A Increased agricultural productivity and reduced food prices
B Affecting food security, industrial production, and potentially leading to social unrest
C A decline in global trade and investment
D Reduced demand for water-saving technologies
3375.
The concept of 'smart water management' involves the use of:
A Manual labor and traditional methods
B Sensors, data analytics, and artificial intelligence
C Increased water wastage
D Reduced agricultural output
3376.
Which regions are noted for leading in the adoption of large-scale desalination projects?
A Scandinavia and Canada
B Middle East and North Africa
C South America and Australia
D Eastern Europe and Russia
3377.
Which types of technologies are seeing a surge in investment and research due to water scarcity?
A Technologies that increase water pollution
B Advanced water treatment, energy-efficient desalination, and water recycling systems
C Methods that deplete groundwater reserves
D Technologies that promote excessive water consumption
3378.
What is the primary driver behind the worsening global water scarcity by early 2026?
A A significant decrease in global rainfall
B Climate change, increasing demand, and a rising population
C A reduction in the Earth's water reserves
D Increased volcanic activity affecting water sources
3379.
The overarching trend in global reforestation indicates a stronger commitment to restoring forest landscapes for:
A Short-term economic gains only
B Ecological and economic benefits
C Increased carbon emissions
D Reduced biodiversity
3380.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a driver for sustainable forest management in the text?
A Timber production
B Non-timber forest products
C Ecotourism
D Increased industrial pollution