Living Green - Episode 50 - Water Purification

The video discusses the importance of infrastructure in supporting over a billion people, highlighting water as a crucial resource. It outlines China's 2010 plans to treat over 70% of its wastewater for reuse, with significant investments in urban sewerage treatment and recycling. Despite the growth in sewerage treatment facilities, only 60% of the capacity is utilized. The video concludes with the potential for equal water distribution through proper use and investment in water reuse systems.

What is one of the main challenges faced by China's infrastructure?

• Lack of natural resources

• High pollution levels

• Managing a large population

• Limited technological advancement

By 2010, what percentage of wastewater does China aim to treat for reuse?

• 60%

• 50%

• 80%

• 70%

How much is China planning to invest in urban sewerage treatment and recycling?

• 50 billion U.S. dollars

• 45 billion U.S. dollars

• 25 billion U.S. dollars

• 37.5 billion U.S. dollars

What percentage of sewerage treatment capacity is currently utilized in China?

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%

• 70%

What is the future goal for water distribution in China?

• To increase water exports

• To eliminate water treatment

• To reduce water usage

• To achieve equal distribution