Central Ohios water future faces a significant challenge as industrial and agricultural demands are projected to skyrocket by 2050. Industrial water use could increase by 120% to 250 million gallons daily, while farmers may need to irrigate their fields regularly, potentially requiring 110 million gallons per day. This increased demand, especially for agriculture, would primarily come from groundwater sources, which is also the primary source for municipalities and rural residents. Ohio has few regulations governing water extraction, making it a Wild West for water management. The states water report, while highlighting the problem, may also serve as a guide for companies to extract water without sufficient protection.
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