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COMMONS MAGAZINE

Water

Corporate initiatives to privatize, control, deplete or pollute fresh water around the world are intensifying, which raises sobering questions about fair access to an indispensable resource for life. The commons provides many constructive answers to this growing threat.

Take Us to the Water
September 5, 2008

Take Us to the Water

A festival celebrates the wonder of a water fountain.
What's a Water Reclaimer?
July 25, 2008

What's a Water Reclaimer?

A diverse crew of activists, businesses and municipal agencies spread the good word about local drinking water.
Big Water Victory in Maine
July 21, 2008

Big Water Victory in Maine

Poland Spring is thwarted in its attempt to privatize water from a fragile ecosystem.
July 14, 2008

Lina Srivastava

July 14, 2008

Juan Carlos Zaldivar

How to Tell If Your Tap Water Is Safe
July 9, 2008

How to Tell If Your Tap Water Is Safe

Food & Water Watch helps you understand water quality reports.
The 5th of July
July 9, 2008

The 5th of July

A refreshing drink of water on a long bike ride reminds me how much the commons is still part of our lives.
Water for All
June 25, 2008

Water for All

Talkin’ About a Commons Revolution