Fixing the first problem and finding alternatives I think is far more easier to fix than the second. We have had several thousand years to figure-out a solution to the problem of rulers politicians and yet, after all this time, here we are still displeased with those in power.<p>I think the following <a href="http:&#x2F;&#x2F;raincatcher.org&#x2F;what-we-do&#x2F;" rel="nofollow">http:&#x2F;&#x2F;raincatcher.org&#x2F;what-we-do&#x2F;</a> is a really interesting solution to the fresh water problem.<p>Here&#x27;s a video of what they do. <a href="https:&#x2F;&#x2F;vimeo.com&#x2F;29880712" rel="nofollow">https:&#x2F;&#x2F;vimeo.com&#x2F;29880712</a>  skip to 1.38 if you are impatient.