The World's Water



	Water is one of our most critical resources, but around the world it is under threat. Worldwater.org is dedicated to providing information and resources to help protect and preserve fresh water around the globe.

The World's Water 2008-2009 Now Available

The much anticipated sixth volume in the highly regarded series, The World’s Water 2008-2009, is now available.

The World's Water 2008-2009

"There are few books that can genuinely be described as indispensable. This is one.... Essential reading."--Financial Times Global Water Report

View a selection of writings and data tables from the new volume, The World’s Water 2008-2009.

Order directly from Island Press. Additionally, individuals or companies can contact the Chicago Distribution Center directly at 800.621. 2736, by fax at 800.621.8476, or by email.

For more information, read the press release.

New Update: A November 2008 update of the Water Conflict Chronology is now available!

This site complements the series The World’s Water: The Biennial Report on Freshwater Resources, by Peter H. Gleick (Island Press)