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  • World Water Day 2023 – Accelerating Change

    World Water Day 2023 – Accelerating Change

     [With AI contribution from Bard.]

    World Water Day 2023: A Call to
    Action (https://www.worldwaterday.org/).
    Act like the humming bird, be
    the change you want to see in the world.

    Approximately 750m people worldwide
    do not have ready access to clean water. Double that for people without clean
    septic/sanitation. The health and wellness of these 2b people can be improved
    dramatically with clean water and safe septic.

    World Water Day is observed on March
    22 each year to raise awareness of the importance of water and to advocate for
    the sustainable management of freshwater resources. This year’s theme is
    “Accelerating change.” This means that we need to take action to
    address the water crisis. We need to find ways to use water more efficiently,
    and we need to protect our water resources.

    Water is essential for life. It is
    used for drinking, bathing, cooking, cleaning, and irrigation. Water is also
    essential for the environment. It provides habitat for plants and animals, and
    it helps to regulate the climate.

    However, water is a finite resource.
    The world’s population is growing, and the demand for water is increasing.
    Climate change is also causing changes in the distribution of water. These
    factors are putting a strain on the world’s water resources.

    There are many things that you can
    do to help accelerate change on World Water Day. You can:

    • Turn off the faucet when you brush your teeth.
    • Take shorter showers.
    • Fix any leaks in your home.
    • Plant a tree.
    • Donate to a water charity.

    These are just a few examples of
    things that you can do to make a difference on World Water Day. Together, we
    can accelerate change and create a more sustainable future for our planet.

    In addition to the above, you can
    also:

    • Educate yourself and others about the water crisis.
    • Support organizations that are working to address the
      water crisis.
    • Contact your elected officials and urge them to take
      action on the water crisis.
    • Make changes in your own life to reduce your water
      consumption.

    By taking these actions, you can
    help to make World Water Day 2023 a success. Together, we can accelerate change
    and create a more sustainable future for our planet.

    Water Related Charities

    There are many great water-related
    charities, but here are a few of the best (CharityNavigator ratings):

    • Charity:Water is a non-profit organization that
      provides clean water to people in developing countries. (91, 4 Star)
    • Water.org is a non-profit organization that works to
      ensure everyone has access to safe water and sanitation. (95, 4 Star)
    • WaterAid is a non-profit organization that provides
      clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education in developing countries. (91,
      4 Star)
    • The Thirst Project is a non-profit organization that
      builds wells in developing countries. (80, 3 Star)
    • Planet Water Foundation is a non-profit organization
      that provides water filters and sanitation solutions in developing
      countries. (79, 3 Star)
    • The Safe Water Network is a non-profit organization
      that provides water filtration systems in developing countries. (93, 4
      Star)

    These charities are all doing
    important work to help people around the world have access to clean water. If
    you are looking for a way to make a difference, consider donating to one of
    these charities.

    Water and Rotary
    Action Groups (WASH-RAG)

    Rotary International (100, 4 Star)
    and its collection of clubs worldwide take on 7 specific areas of focus
    including water and sanitation. Rotary groups help initiate sustainable fresh
    water and sanitation projects. (Rotary has almost 40,000 clubs worldwide in
    more than 200 countries.)

    WASH-RAG is a group of Rotarians who
    are committed to helping Rotary clubs effectively plan, finance, implement,
    monitor, and evaluate water, sanitation, and hygiene programs. WASH-RAG
    operates in accordance with Rotary International policy but is not an agency
    of, or controlled by, Rotary International.

    WASH-RAG provides a variety of
    resources to Rotarians, including:

    • Information on water, sanitation, and hygiene projects
    • Tools and templates to help Rotarians plan and
      implement projects
    • Training and support to help Rotarians evaluate
      projects
    • Access to a network of Rotarians who are working on
      water, sanitation, and hygiene projects

    WASH-RAG is a valuable resource for
    Rotarians who are looking to make a difference in the lives of people around
    the world. By working together, Rotary clubs can help to create a more sustainable
    future for our planet.

    Clean Water Saves
    Lives

    According to the World Health
    Organization, an estimated 2.2 million people die each year from diarrheal diseases,
    which are caused by a lack of clean water and sanitation. If everyone had
    access to clean water and sanitation, it is estimated that 2.2 million lives
    could be saved each year.

    In addition, clean water and
    sanitation are essential for preventing other diseases, such as cholera,
    typhoid, and dysentery. These diseases can cause serious illness and even
    death, especially in young children.

    Therefore, providing clean water and
    sanitation to everyone is essential for improving health and saving lives around
    the world.

    Thanks BARD (from Google) for
    assistance with this World Water Day blog post.


     

    #SustainZine.com #NonprofitPlan.org #WaterForLife #BardAI


     

  • The Wonk Gap – NYTimes.com — its the lie not the truth that is telling.

    The Wonk Gap – NYTimes.com:

    Rotary International has a 4-Way test that starts with “Is it the truth?” In all we say and do …

    If the facts that are presented are not truthful, then whatever follows in the arguments are bogus. Who benefits and why can not meaningfully be determined.

    Stated differently, often (usually?) based on a careful organization of the facts, the best decisions are self-evident.

    So what does Dr. Paul have to say about outright denial and miss information on the right? He points out the healthcare costs have actually been tame in recent years. Current estimates of the future costs/savings are actually better the GAO had originally estimated. Until recently, healthcare costs had been increasing at about 10% per year over the last 30 some years. All evidence is that these costs are much tamer, just over inflation, for the last few years. And that is prior to Obama care really kicking in.

    I know! I’m surprised too, because Obama care doesn’t do nearly enough to address out-of-control healthcare costs as I would like to see. But shifting people out of the emergency room as the primary care, has got to save tons of money.

    Klugman points out how obvious and untruthful some of the information is that continues to be propagated. At least on PBS, you will find a serious analysis of the issues and usually a fare representation of both sides.

    Why would anyone anywhere continue to accept consistent untruths and even blatant lies?

    I like to hear what I want to hear. But I need to hear what I don’t want to hear. As long as it is factual.

    Counter factual is, will, counterproductive, to say the least.

    Good article Dr Paul. It is too bad that the right people won’t read it. And the people who do read it, probably won’t apply the concept of truth-in-information-sources to their own media noise.

    We all need to unfriend sources who promote bogus information, and let them talk to empty space. Only then will we have meaningful solutions to replace meaningless bickering.

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