Water and Libraries. A Combination That Is Only Apparently Distant

Abstract

The natural element ‘water’ is the most precious resource we have. For years, we have been observing exponentially growing water needs, compared to increasingly the lower availability of water itself, caused by both environmental and socio-economic factors. This project aims at carrying out information, cultural and awareness-raising activities, in order to make citizens more aware on the responsible use of water. The target-audience is diversified, and different initiatives can be planned for children and adults. The resulting impact should benefit the environment (less consumption of water resources), the acquired knowledge (chemical-physical composition of water, origin of water of a specific city, evaluation of mineral waters), and the economic savings of families (how to read a bill, how to save water through simple daily actions and so pay less). Information meetings can be accompanied by cultural moments on the topic of ‘water and civilization’.