Live statistics showing how much water is being used in the world. Global water use data by year and by country.

Feb 26, 2024 · Worldwide, agriculture accounts for roughly 70% of freshwater withdrawals, followed by industry (just under 20%) and domestic (or municipal) uses (about 12%). Groundwater supplies …

Sep 27, 2025 · This in-depth analysis examines monthly water use per capita and by country, breaks down usage across agriculture, industry, and households, traces historical trends, and highlights …

Led by National Geographic Explorer Marc Bierkens, this World Water Map helps us understand where and why water gaps arise, how climate change might aggravate them—and even how they might be …

Levels of water use vary significantly across the world. The visualization shows the average level of water withdrawal per person per year.

Water is important for humans for many reasons. It is essential for hydration and provides several valuable health benefits. It can also help improve the way some human organs function. Some …

Aug 22, 2025 · Water is an important part of our daily lives and we use it for a wide variety of purposes, but do we really understand how much we use? The average American family uses more than 300 …

In light of the scarcity of water due to a growing world population, years of underinvestment and climate change, water is likely to continue to gain in importance economically and socially.

Jul 1, 2023 · Places like the United States, Canada and Australia consume more water-intensive products such as meat and sugar, and use valuable fresh water for luxuries such as long showers …

4 days ago · Water is a vital resource to life on Earth. While the majority of Earth's surface is covered in water, only 1% of Earth's water is readily available for use. This includes water used in essential …