Great Decisions In-Person
Read and discuss foreign policy and current events with fellow peers. Read a well-researched article before the program, then watch a short presentation on the topic before the discussion. Articles and videos are presented by the Foreign Policy Association.
This month's topic is: Who Owns Water? Water Rights in a time of Climate Crisis
- Date:
- Thursday, Nov 13 2025
- Time:
- 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- Location:
- Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library
- Audience:
- Ages 18+
- Categories:
- Community, Politics & Government Discussion Group
Here is a description of the month's topic:
Water is the foundation of life and civilization. Everything we do from agriculture to chip manufacturing requires fresh water. The tremendous rate at which these industries use water and the warming climate mean that fresh water has become scarce. What uses for water should we prioritize? How do we protect communities at risk of water shortage? Who owns rights to water and how do we regulate these rights?