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Freshwater Used Today (bn m³)
Estimated freshwater withdrawal accumulated today in billion cubic meters. FAO AQUASTAT data via World Bank projected linearly. Resets at midnight.
WLDTier 1 SourceVerified Mar 2026
Official value (2026): ≈ 3.9K
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Freshwater Used Today (bn m³) in 2026?
- Freshwater Used Today (bn m³) stands at approximately 3.9 thousand billion cubic meters, based on official data from Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
- Is Freshwater Used Today (bn m³) increasing or decreasing?
- Freshwater Used Today (bn m³) is currently remaining stable. This rate is derived from the most recent multi-year trend reported by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
- What does Freshwater Used Today (bn m³) measure?
- Estimated freshwater withdrawal accumulated today in billion cubic meters. Data is collected by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations using standardized international methodology across all member countries.
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