Water – The Source of Life

Life on earth depends upon water – our most valuable natural resource. While water may seem an abundant resource, more than 97% of the world's water resources are in the sea and two-thirds of the remaining fresh water is trapped in glacial ice and snow. Taming rivers, designating protection areas, and treating water for human consumption, mankind uses fresh water in rivers and lakes for the production of food and energy; for transportation and recreation in households and industry. While water enables life in its manifold forms, it also threatens life with floods, tsunamis, and storm surges. Researchers at ETH Zurich seek answers to fundamental water-related questions: What is the source of water on earth; the risks associated with earthquakes in alpine glaciers; and how can we assure clean water supplies in megacities and developing countries? Visitors to the Swiss Pavilion during the Zurich Exhibition at Expo Milano 2015 can find out how ETH Zurich researchers seek answers through their study of glacial icequakes, agroecosystems, geochemistry, and much more. Director and DOP: Martin Andersson Editor: Risa Madoerin Graphic Design: Onome Ekeh Music and Sound Design: Martin Andersson Authors: ETH Zurich / ETH Global / World Food System Center © ETH Zürich (Hochschulkommunikation/Multimedia Services)

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