Term

Water Security

Definition

reliable availability of water in sufficient quantity. Acceptable quality. Supports health, livelihoods, and production. Managing water-related risks

Term

Water Stress

Definition

Many rivers, lakes and groundwater supplies are drying up from overuse. Water stress takes the form of shortages of water supplies, especially for irrigation.

Term

Economic Scarcity (reason for lack of water)

Definition

Country has sufficient water to meet needs but requires more transport and storage facilities to get the water where it is needed