Why Is Our Water Quality In Question?

The video discusses global water scarcity, highlighting that one in four people lack safe drinking water. It focuses on the aging and underfunded US water infrastructure, which faces issues like contamination and lead pipes. Recent events in Baltimore and Jackson, MS, illustrate these challenges. The video also covers government efforts, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, to address these problems by investing in infrastructure and replacing lead pipes.

What percentage of schools worldwide lack safe drinking water services?

• Five in ten

• Seven in ten

• Three in ten

• One in ten

Which city experienced a major water treatment failure affecting 150,000 residents?

• Flint, MI

• Baltimore, MD

• Jackson, MS

• Newark, NJ

What is the estimated daily waste of treated water due to leaks in the US?

• 6 billion gallons

• 8 billion gallons

• 4 billion gallons

• 2 billion gallons

Which communities are most affected by lead pipe issues?

• High-income urban areas

• Low-income communities of color

• Rural farming communities

• Suburban neighborhoods

What significant legislative act was signed to address water infrastructure issues?

• Water Quality Improvement Act

• Safe Drinking Water Act

• Clean Water Act

• Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act