WATER FRESK
Educational workshop to explore the issues related to the management and preservation of fresh water on the planet.
Key scientific facts
Participants draw on scientific data, including UN and UNESCO reports, which indicate that approximately 2 billion people do not have access to clean water. Overexploitation of groundwater and droughts are also covered, with figures showing that 40% of the world's population will face water shortages by 2050 if nothing is done.
Process and duration
The workshop lasts approximately 3 hours and follows a multi-stage process. First, participants become aware of the natural cycles of water and its role in ecosystems. Then, they explore the pressures that human activities exert on water resources. Finally, the reflection ends on the actions and solutions for better management of this essential resource, both on an individual and collective scale.
What is it about ?
The Water Fresco is an interactive workshop that highlights the issues related to fresh water, an essential but increasingly threatened resource. Participants discover how human activities (pollution, inefficient management, climate change) affect water resources and how this impacts ecosystems and human populations.
Why is it essential?
Water is vital to life on Earth, but its availability and quality are deteriorating due to pollution, climate change and intensive use. Raising awareness of these issues is crucial to encourage more sustainable management of this resource. Access to clean water is also a social justice issue, and this workshop provides a better understanding of these interdependencies.