Lake Baikal is the deepest Lake in the world, as well as holding 20% of the world’s fresh water and 90% of Russia’s fresh water reserves. But the massive amount of industrialization in the area has polluted the water heavily."
Water Pollution
Water Pollution is a key area of Russia’s environmental issues. Many of the pollutants are oil, lead, iron, arsenic, bacteria and nitrates, as well as chemical and industrial waste, including hydrogen sulfide known to cause death in fish and other sea life.
Russia’s water pollution is magnified by its many outdated treatment plants. Nearly 10 million Russian citizens lack clean drinking water, along with 30% of the water pipes needing replacement.
Due to the vast amounts of water pollution, only one percent of Russia’s water is considered drinkable. Many water borne illnesses have been reported over the years including cholera. These illnesses can be attributed to the heavy amounts of industrial and chemical waste being dumped into the country's water.
Russia’s water pollution is magnified by its many outdated treatment plants. Nearly 10 million Russian citizens lack clean drinking water, along with 30% of the water pipes needing replacement.
Due to the vast amounts of water pollution, only one percent of Russia’s water is considered drinkable. Many water borne illnesses have been reported over the years including cholera. These illnesses can be attributed to the heavy amounts of industrial and chemical waste being dumped into the country's water.