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When Water Is Being Wasted At Home Or At Work

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Water Use in Hawaii When water is being wasted at home or at work, you didn’t care at all because you think there are more than enough water to last. When you were in a third world country or a place that is considered a desert and in need of water, you started to realized how much water we have wasted for so long and the risk we putting ourselves into. Most of the time we have witnessed people wasting water, but didn’t say anything or know anything about water use. Some of the problems and consequences that will affect the water usage in Hawaii, include that as the population and demands of the people goes up, so the water level goes down and it makes water less affordable for everyone (Dunster). The citizens of Hawaii have the ability and responsibility to protect their water usage and need laws in place to help conserve their water for the future.
II. Background
In 1879, cattle rancher James Campbell brought in a well-driller to search for water on the plains of Ewa. After drilling several hundred feet down, they discovered a vast underground source of pure, fresh water. Within 10 years, a series of artesian wells were drilled within the Honolulu city limits. By 1888, artesian water was supplying most of Honolulu 's needs. This discovery led to a water boom on the island, as ranchers and plantation developers began drilling furiously for more water resources. In 1891 and again in 1894, when the drought hit the city, plans were formulated for the installation of the

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