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American thirst, Canadian water /

As water becomes more valuable than oil, possessing this resource will lead to enormous wealth or to war - probably both. This lucid and well-organized documentary explores the political issues behind control of this resource. Among the experts featured in this film is former Senator Paul Simon, who...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Thompson, Jerry (Director)
Format:	Video
Language:	English
Language Notes:	In English.
Published:	New York, NY : Filmakers Library, 2000.
Series:	Filmakers library online
Subjects:	Water transfer > North America. Water transfer > Law and legislation > North America. Water > Economic aspects > North America. North America. United States. Canada. Internet videos. Documentary films.
Online Access:	Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)

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