THE CRA PERSPECTIVE • EARTH SCIENCE How Much Water Is There on Earth? Can our planet ever run out of water? Exploring Earth's enormous water reserves, the freshwater shortage and the future of humanity. Water is one of the most extraordinary and essential resources on our planet. Our planet is called the Blue Planet for a reason. Approximately 71% of Earth's surface is covered by water. But does that mean we have an unlimited supply of water for human survival? Look at the oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers and countless streams across the world. Water seems almost endless. It falls as rain, flows through rivers, disappears into the ground, freezes into ice and rises into the atmosphere as water vapour. Yet billions of people experience water shortages. Some communities struggle to obtain safe drinking water, groundwater reserves are declining in several regions, and pollution is making important water sour...
Every 26th September , World Contraception Day is observed globally to raise awareness about contraception, reproductive health, and the right to informed choices. The goal is to enable individuals, especially young people, to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health to prevent unintended pregnancies and plan their futures confidently. 🌟 Why This Day Matters ✅ Promotes Health: Contraception supports maternal and child health by preventing unintended pregnancies. ✅ Empowers Women: Enables women to pursue education and careers, reducing gender inequality. ✅ Supports SDGs: Contributes to achieving SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality). ✅ Reduces Poverty: Family planning can help break cycles of poverty. 📜 Background ✨ Launched in 2007 by a coalition of international NGOs and scientific and medical societies. ✨ Aims to improve awareness of contraception and enable informed choices. ✨ Supports global efforts for univ...