[redwitch]

Water is becoming a prime commodity all over the world. Having lived through a few droughts in California, I've truly come to appreciate how important it is. I've also learned that it is not an unlimited resource. I don't know what the story is in Florida but in California the aquifers are being used up at a tremendous rate. Every year the reservoirs are going down 2-5%. So are the rivers. So, I agree with JohnN -- the countries with excess water will have a major source of revenue. Those that don't will suffer severe hardships (look at Africa over the past 50 years -- it's a frightening picture).

This is not a problem with just a state or two or even an area or country. It is a worldwide issue that is going to become a very serious problem in the future.

(Okay, I'll get off my soapbox, but I think you get the basics.)