Precipitation Inequality Exacerbates Streamflow Inequality, but Dams Moderate it
Sai Kiran Kuntla,
Manabendra Saharia,
Samar Prakash
et al.
Abstract:Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions worldwide face the dire consequences of water scarcity and inadequate sanitation. Water inequality, characterized by disparities in access and availability of water resources, has emerged as a critical global challenge with far-reaching social, economic, and environmental implications. Using a globally representative observational streamflow dataset and Gini coefficients, this study investigates how streamflow inequality, which has a large impact… Show more
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