Water is essential for life. People everywhere rely on it for drinking, farming, industry, and daily household needs. As global demand rises, many regions face water shortages due to weather changes, lack of conservation, and failing infrastructure. In some countries, safe and clean water is hard to access.
Misuse and poor management are making the situation worse. Tracking how water is used around the world helps us understand where action is needed. Using water carefully today helps make sure future generations will also have access to this vital resource.
This gallery highlights the 30 countries that use the most water worldwide. Curious to see which nations top the list? Click to find out.