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“There is simply no way to overstate the water crisis of the planet today.”

Quote by Maude Barlow

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Maude Barlow is a Canadian author, social activist, and speaker known for her criticism of water rights, environmental justice, and globalization. Born on May 24, 1947, she is a prominent environmental advocate with a strong presence in the global movement for sustainable development and environmental protection. She has authored numerous books on sustainable development and environmental protection, including 'Blue Gold: The Fight to Stop the Corporate Theft of the World's Water' and 'The Water Can Be Yours'. Barlow is also the co-founder of the 'International Forum on Globalization', an organization dedicated to protecting global water resources. more

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