Environmental issues in Senegal

Senegal's environmental issues are varied. According to the CIA world factbook pressing problems exist with: diminishing wildlife populations which are threatened by poaching, deforestation, overgrazing, soil erosion, desertification, and overfishing. Quotes Groundwater supplies 85 percent of potable water and most industrial uses, but is threatened by overuse and pollution. Water-related extreme events and pollution cost Senegal over 10 percent of GDP every year. All along the coast, we can see the devastating impacts of erosion with destroyed houses and infrastructure. Senegal is particularly vulnerable to climate change. External links Category:Environment Category:Senegal