Well I posted this earlier, and this is what it said

What are the advantages and disadvantages of selling water to the United States?

The ones I got are

- We will get more money
- We will have less water
- We will use more gas to transport the water.

I thought this would be easier, but apparently no XD

-Slappy-

Responses

Social Studies - Ms. Sue, Wednesday,
Selling water to the United States doesn't make any sense. The U.S. has a huge supply of fresh water in many rivers, aquifers, and the Great Lakes.

And apparently, this hasn't helped me much, cuz I need to have a few advantages and disadvantages for howmework, which is due tomorrow, and im hoping SOMEONE out there can help me =)

Thnx!

~Slappy~

Ahh -- now I understand. You're Canadian! I'm sorry, but I didn't know that there was a question about Canada selling water to the U.S. So I researched a bit and found these websites that discuss this controversy.

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http://www.mcgill.ca/reporter/33/02/water/

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okay, thanks for your help! =)

Hi Slappy! I understand that you're looking for some advantages and disadvantages of selling water to the United States. Even though your initial idea might not be feasible due to the abundance of fresh water sources in the country, I can still help you come up with some points.

To determine the advantages and disadvantages, let's consider the following:

Advantages:
1. Economic benefits: Selling water to the United States could generate revenue and contribute to the economy of the selling country.
2. New market opportunities: Expanding the water export industry could create job opportunities and stimulate economic growth.
3. International relations: Engaging in water trade with the United States could foster stronger diplomatic ties and open up avenues for future cooperation.

Disadvantages:
1. Environmental impact: Large-scale water extraction and transportation might have detrimental effects on the environment, such as depleting local water sources or increasing greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Water scarcity and security concerns: Selling water to other countries could potentially worsen water scarcity issues in the selling country, impacting its own population and ecosystems.
3. Dependence on foreign markets: Relying heavily on water exports can make the selling country vulnerable to changes in demand or disruptions in the international market.

Remember, these points are hypothetical since selling water to the United States is not a common practice. Additionally, it's essential to research and evaluate the specific context and implications of water trade in a particular region or country.