ABOUT:

We are Portland State University’s Summer 2014 Multimedia Capstone
and we aim to educate and change minds with relevant information on
this important subject.

These are some of the topics you’ll find on our website:

1. How drought is affecting small towns and larger communities
2. The difficulties of balancing economic growth and environmental needs
3. Current and proposed laws surrounding water regulation
4. Perhaps most importantly...What you can do to help save the water!

Folsom lake Sacramento Ca. 2011, 2014

Why This is Important:

Fresh water is an essential resource that some might take for granted. It’s a building block of life itself, the greater community, and our day-to-day lives: we rely on it for necessity and small comforts alike. Yet in many parts of the United States, fresh water is becoming a scarce commodity. Rapid industrialization, global warming, and irresponsible practices are contributing to the widespread shortages. But with education and advocating a deeper community involvement, we can help reverse some of the practices creating the shortages while creating new, positive, environmentally friendly practices.Water scarcity is a very serious issue. But with education and action, we hope to help our community and communities abroad conserve and care for this essential resource. Join us in spreading the word.