From the earliest point in man's existence on Earth, water has played a vital part - earliest settlements were often established along the banks of rivers or lake shores to ensure a ready supply of water was obtained. Mesopotamia, the so-called cradle of civilization, was situated between the major rivers Tigris and Euphrates. For without water, where would human life be? It is the element of all people since our bodies are mostly made, anywhere from 55% to 78% of water, depending on body size. This connectivity and dependence upon water is started from the uterine protective waters of the mother's womb.

Our bodies may be able to survive up to a month without food, but without water, we can only last a week. Water is needed, not only to re-hydrate ourselves, but also to keep our muscles and other parts of our bodies (ie eyes) operating properly. We all need between 1 liter and 6 liters a day, in extreme weather. Because of this importance we need to look after our precious resource as not only our own lives depend on having fresh clean water, but also the lives of all other inhabitants on the planet. If I sound a little too "New Age", so be it, it's crucial that we start to address food & water shortages. Now, not once we've run out.

A recent Gallup Poll showed that Americans perceived polluted drinking water as more of a threat than climate change, with 53% saying that they worried "a great deal" about it and 37% expressing the same level of concern over global warming. Gallup noted that pollution of drinking water has been a major concern since 1990.

"These poll results demonstrate that the public is out in front of policymakers,"

commented CEO Stephen E. Sandherr of the Associated General Contractors of America.

"They recognize that our deteriorating water delivery systems are in need of repair."

WATER is among the five primordial elements considered to be vital for any type of life or vegetation on this planet. Great civilizations of the world grew and developed on the banks of big watercourses. May it be the grand Nile or the majestic Indus or other lakes and springs, water has been so important that ancient inhabitants choose it as their first preference to settle nearby. Therapeutic value of both food and water mattered to mankind right from the early days.

This ball, our ball.

What a piece of work is a man, how noble in reason, how
infinite in faculties, in form and moving how express and
admirable, in action how like an angel, in apprehension how like
a god! the beauty of the world, the paragon of animals—and yet,
to me, what is this quintessence of dust? Man delights not me—
nor woman neither, though by your smiling you seem to say so.

The world needs to start another revolution, IMO, to preserve, conserve and manage freshwater supplies in the face of huge growing demands from population growth, irrigated agriculture, unregulated industries (in most parts of the world) and sheer wastage: a Blue Revolution. Although this concept is not new, it should be given serious thought.

Just as the Green Revolution transformed agriculture in the 1960s, a Blue Revolution ought to galvanize this earth into action, and everyone, from those in government to the multinationals and from the self-employed to the workforce and those at home should play a role as there is no more water on earth now than there was 2,000 years ago, when the population was less than 3% of its current size. Glib? It's worse than that as per-capita water consumption is rising twice as fast as the world's population.  

An article by Magnifico today included the following:

The Age reports Vital facts 'deleted' from UN report on climate change. "A major United Nations report on climate change has been watered down as a result of influence from government officials from countries opposed to taking radical action, conservation group WWF claims... The group fears that the report will play down the need for deep cuts in emissions. The report, which will be released on Saturday, will say that almost a third of the world's species will face extinction if greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise. A draft copy of the report by the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) also warns that if temperatures rise by more than two degrees - now expected before 2050 - 20 per cent of the world's population will face a great risk of drought."

It's time to memorialize those ignoble "leaders" of nations who fear taking the first step toward responsible actions with a plaque -- one per nation -- hung prominently in the UN.

Hey all,

I saw some stuff in posting for my blog I wanted to post here as I know a lot of people are really into local growing in Kossackia. There is also some info on my blog about a newer, lighter, 100% recyclable roof product on the market. Hope over to my blog and check it out!

Hello all you night owls!! You get the good stuff, I was posting my diary on my blog and thought I would share some of the goodies I found. For more great news check out my blog

In attempt to offset Barcelona's awesome and terrifying diary I felt I should do what I do best and give everyone some hope.

Sorry to the regular readers that got used to reading good news on Mondays. I had to pass on last Monday because of a training class at my new job. I hoped none of you were too bummed that my usual cheer up diary wasn't on. Anyway, back to your regularly scheduled emotional environmental boost. But first: Where's the kitty?

Hello all,

 I have posted this on my blog as well so feel free to post comments here or at my blogspot blog. I highlight environmental progress and good news here.

Hello all,

As you know I like to post these diaries once every few weeks. This one is a bit different then the others. I am focusing on species and environmental rehab.

Alright you all, summer is (in theory) almost over. These dogs have the right idea, relax, kick back and wait for the longer nights and shorter days.

Welcome to the Monday Overnight News Digest!!! Keeping with my recurring theme of good environmental news, let's GO!!

Hello all...quick diary from me

Hello all,

 After our depressing 4th with Commuter in Charge I thought I would share some good environmental news. GO AL GORE!! GO SOLAR AND WIND!! So here we go..

Sorry so late, I put up a diary earler so straight to it!! I tried to pick good news as today has been so damn crappy...

Alright Kossackia, your mission if you choose to accept it is to sign petitions or donate to at least 4 of the following organizations. These are all groups that need help to get their petitions signed so they can get more traction for these issues:

Follow over the flip for the links.