Water resources encompass all sources of water available for human use including lakes, rivers, groundwater aquifers, and even rainwater.
Related terms
Water scarcity: This term refers to a shortage of available freshwater resources relative to water demand within a specific region or population.
Desalination: Desalination is the process by which saltwater is converted into freshwater through various techniques such as reverse osmosis or distillation.
Aquifer depletion: Aquifer depletion occurs when more water is withdrawn from an underground aquifer than is naturally recharged over time. This can lead to long-term declines in groundwater availability.