Wayer Management In The Uk Flashcards
What is DIAL?
D - domestic
I - industry
A - agriculture
L - leisure
Water consumption on the rise
What’s water surplus?
More water than needed in area
What is water deficit?
Rain not providing enough water causing shortages
What’s water transfer?
Transfer of water from area of surplus to area of deficit
Water transfer case study??
Lake vyrnwy
Lake vyrnwy transfer of water from where to where?
From wales (surplus) to Liverpool (deficit)
in 1888 dan completion
Environmental issues, case study?
Loss of land
Loss of farmland
Animal habitats flooded
Economic issues, case study?
Loss of farmland - less products for villages
Expensive build needing annual maintenance
No compensation from Liverpool corporation
Social issues, case study?
Homes and villages lost
Loss of family traditions and church
Tension between communities
No compensation received