3. How water woes will mess with food businesses

How water woes will mess with food businesses

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Many food companies are vulnerable to the risks of water scarcity and water pollution, according to a new report from Ceres, a green business advocacy group.

The Ceres report makes the case that climate change and population growth are jeopardizing water supplies in some places, and many of the companies that depend on a steady flow of water haven't assessed how these risks could affect their bottom lines or properly prepared for them.

The report also suggests that companies could reduce their exposure to water scarcity by becoming a force for positive change in the watersheds where they operate: Companies could protect themselves by helping the farmers that they work with to reduce water use and pollution.

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