The impact of large scale land acquisitions on water resources: a background note
This latest Evidence on Demand report provides topical background information on how the rapid increase in land acquisition in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia could impact water supplies. By looking at the benefits, adverse impacts and risks of large-scale land acquisitions, the report identifies that there is significant potential for detrimental impacts if pending land leases are executed, water demand continues to increase, and supply becomes more erratic due to climate change.