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US row over use of Colorado River water may intensify

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UNITED STATES

The falling volume of water in the Colorado River is creating political as well as economic problems

Common global water pricing policy a long way off

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INTL

Growing usage and pricing transparency will be critical if metropolitan pricing is to begin to align

Droughts pose major risks in North America

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NORTH AMERICA

A 22-year ‘megadrought’ in the US southwest is thought the worst in 1,200 years; Mexico is also feeling the heat.

Droughts pose serious socio-economic risks in Mexico

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MEXICO

Mexico has long been prone to droughts, but this year’s have been particularly serious

Heatwaves will become more common in Mexico

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MEXICO

Mexico experienced its third heatwave of the year this month; a fourth looks likely to begin within days

Mekong dams will be vexed issue in South-east Asia

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SOUTH-EAST ASIA

Hydropower dams on the Mekong river present both risks and opportunities to mainland South-east Asian states

Beef exports pose wider risks in Latin America

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LATIN AMERICA

Beef production is a dynamic sector and revenue generator but brings environmental concerns

Changing diets challenge sustainable global growth

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INT

Emerging markets are eating more animal based products; the shift has vast implications for trade and the environment

Land misuse will pose long-term security threats

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INTERNATIONAL

Food insecurity, natural disasters, poverty and population displacement could all worsen, exacerbating conflict risks

Cities are at the forefront of global warming threats

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INT

As cities become hotter, the threats they face are rapidly increasing, particularly for those near the coasts