Fuel for farms and factories
Description
Explores the lives of farmers around the world to see how water is managed and mismanaged, and how irrigation can deplete existing fresh water reservoirs. Visits a Japanese steel company that leads the industry in water conservation and environmental policies. Examines how the modern beer industry in Bangkok, Thailand uses water conservation and waste water reduction techniques.
Runtime
53 min
Subjects
- Water in agriculture (1)
- Irrigation farming (2)
- Water-supply, Agricultural (3)
- Water conservation (25)
- Industrial water supply (1)
- Water-supply (180)
- Water consumption (4)
Date of Publication
2000
Database
Alexander Street
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