EPISODE · Jun 11, 2026 · 24 MIN
S2 EP8: Water commons in the Draa Valley - how do you share a precious resource?
from Mind, Brain and Planet · host Paul Howard-Jones
The Draa valley in Southern Morocco is one of the driest places on Earth and getting drier. Paul talks to local residents and farmers about a system of sharing water that has been operating for over 500 years - a longstanding example of a successful "commons". In a world where access to scarce resources is leading to conflict, commons may offer insights about achieving more sustainable and equitable approaches to sharing our planet. Researcher Sabina Pedrazzini explains what psychological factors can contribute to the success of a commons. More info on mindbrainplanet.com
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The Draa valley in Southern Morocco is one of the driest places on Earth and getting drier. Paul talks to local residents and farmers about a system of sharing water that has been operating for over 500 years - a longstanding example of a successful "commons". In a world where access to scarce resources is leading to conflict, commons may offer insights about achieving more sustainable and equitable approaches to sharing our planet. Researcher Sabina Pedrazzini explains what psychologic...
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