Costa Rica: Trees counter water scarcity

DW (English) 2022-02-25

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Even though Costa Rica gets a fair amount of rain, city dwellers often face water shortages. Treatment plants and water lines can't keep pace with urbanization. In addition, deforestation and agriculture often disturb the water balance.
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