France Water Conference Sarah Chayes reports on a three-day conference that opened in Paris today on the future of the world's fresh water supply. The conference was called to follow up on the work of the environmental summit in Rio several years ago. Delegates have been discussing the need for more accurate data on water availability and usage. They are also tackling the thorny issue of international regulation of water use.

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France Water Conference

March 19, 199812:00 AM ET

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Sarah Chayes reports on a three-day conference that opened in Paris today on the future of the world's fresh water supply. The conference was called to follow up on the work of the environmental summit in Rio several years ago. Delegates have been discussing the need for more accurate data on water availability and usage. They are also tackling the thorny issue of international regulation of water use.