We not only have to conserve our water, we have to clean it up. Here is information on a broad range of water topics, from science, to history of water engineering, to tips for conservation.

 Here is information about books and webpages on water issues. Find background information about water pollution, water conservation and water rights. Find tips for using water wisely.

 A reliable encylopedia usually is a good place to start exploring a topic.

 Books

      Call#       Author             Title                          Publisher           Date

      333.91      Cossi, Olga        Water wars                     New Discovery Books c1993

Discusses water’s sources, uses and shortages; water quality and management programs; and what individuals can do to ensure cleaner water.

      551.48      Outwater, Alice B. Water: a natural history       Basic Books          c1996

       Why do we still have dirty water in lakes & rivers if we’ve stopped chemical pollution?

      363.7394    Dolan, Edward F.   Our poisoned waters            Dutton              c1997

       Examines pollution in both fresh and salt water bodies and what is being done about it.

      363.61      Nadeau, Remi       The water seekers              Crest Publishers    c1997

      333.91      Reisner, Marc      Cadillac desert                Penguin Books       c1986

These two books are about the development of a water system for the American West, especially Los Angeles.

      333.91      Swanson, Peter     Water: the drop of life        North Word Press    c2001

       Touches briefly on the many issues of water availability and use around the world.

      333.91      Pearce, Fred       When the rivers run dry        Beacon Press        c2006

Focuses on the state of the world’s rivers to provide a portrait of the growing world water crisis.

      363.7394    Pregracke, Chad    From the bottom up             National Geographic c2007

       One man’s crusade to clean America’s rivers.

      363.7394    Woodard, Colin      Ocean’s end                   Basic  Books        c2000

       Extend your concern about water pollution to the oceans.

 

Or look in these books for the parts about water

 

333.7                Moran, Joseph M.   Introduction to environmental science

363.7       Sharp, Bill        The new complete guide to environmental careers

363.7       Blatt, Harvey      America’s environmental report card

             628.5       Newton, David E.   Chemistry of the environment

 

Or watch a video

      V 551.48                       Water cycle [Videorecording]   Disney Educational

       Make sure you know the basics. Watch this Bill Nye video about the water cycle.

 Background article on water use from Gale's Opposing Viewpoints Database. Lots of information and articles are available from this database.

 The Water and Sustainability Program section has relevant information. For example, see the Bottled Water link for information, tables and graphs

  "The Pacific Institute works to create a healthier planet and sustainable communities. We conduct interdisciplinary research and partner with stakeholders to produce solutions that advance environmental protection, economic development, and social equity—in California, nationally, and internationally." Mission statement

 The U. S. Geologic Survey mission is to provide water information that benefits the Nation's citizens: Publications, data, maps, and applications software.

 Information and tips on water and water conservation

 Welcome to the U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) Water Science for Schools web site! We offer information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test your water knowledge.

 Take the tour to investigate your water saving opportunities in each area of your home. Click on each location to show you both the facts and specific advice.

 A State of Thirst: California's Ongoing Water Crisis

  History and the Headlines, a new free resource offered by ABC-CLIO Schools, provides the background teachers need to help their students dissect and understand an important event in an easily accessible format.

 The CUWCC was created to increase efficient water use statewide. The site includes water News, Publications and Product News (Low flow showerhead anyone?)

 A local resource "for the conservation and beneficial use of water in Monterey County."

 The water section of the Council's website has excellent resources.