As of 2005, Albuquerque drawdown resulted in only a 50% recharge rate. In other words, our aquifers were disappearing. And, it was discovered that groundwater is less abundant and lower quality than previously assumed.
Urban growth in the context of structural adjustment, currency devaluations, state retrenchments, and little or no housing provision.• Viewing the state as a 'market enabler' led to theled to the privatisation of utilities and services, and massive decreases in provision;• For individuals, their various needs - affordable commodities, accommodation close to jobs, security, and the possibility of owning property - were<span>simply ignored by the imposition of ill-suited neoliberal 'boot-strap capitalism'.</span>
Ruperts land was especially for the skins and furs, Newfoundland was for fishing and they obtained the province of Quebec through the war of conquest or American-Indian war (if you're in the US). Hope this answers your question.
