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The Thirsty Dragon: Water Shortages And Pollution Threaten China’s Growth
February 18th, 2012
Via Xinhua News, a report that Chinese government officials have formally recognized the water crisis facing their country. As the article notes: China faces a tougher situation in water resources in the future as demand increases amid the country’s rapid industrialization and urbanization, an official said Thursday at a press conference. Hu Siyi, vice minister […]
Read more »Kyrgyzstan’s Gold Mine Could Exacerbate Central Asian Water Woes
February 15th, 2012
Via EurasiaNet.org, an interesting article on the impact that a Kyrgyz gold mine may have upon regional water supplies: Two new studies say that Kumtor, Kyrgyzstan’s largest gold mine, as well as a major government revenue source, routinely ignores national environmental legislation and restricts access to independent auditors. The mine’s operations could have a far-reaching, […]
Read more »The Thirsty Dragon: Less Salt Please
February 15th, 2012
Via China Daily, a report that China plans to boost its seawater desalination capability. As the article notes: The State Council, China’s cabinet, unveiled guidelines on Monday to ensure sustainable supplies of fresh water and to protect water resources by raising China’s capability to desalinate seawater. China will increase its daily seawater desalination capability to […]
Read more »Thirsty Dragon and Parched Tiger: Engage In Water Dialogue
February 13th, 2012
Via Terra Daily, an article extolling the need for dialogue between China and India over water issues: China’s move to extensively dam the Yarlung-Brahmaputra as it flows through Tibet and its intention to also divert the river came into sharp focus at a conference here Monday with more than one expert saying New Delhi should […]
Read more »Thirsty UAE Bans Exports of Precious Groundwater
February 13th, 2012
Via the Gulf News, a report that the United Arab Emirates has banned the export of groundwater: Abu Dhabi will no longer be sharing their precious groundwater. The Ministerial Service Council has banned the export of groundwater due to a decline in its levels in the country. The ban was taken at the council’s meeting […]
Read more »Thirsty Pakistan: Going With The Flow
February 12th, 2012
Courtesy of The Economist, a detailed look at the water issues troubling Pakistan. As the article notes: “FOR MILLIONS SUFFERING the misery of the past two years’ floods it must seem the cruellest of jokes, but Pakistan is one of the world’s most arid countries. Average annual rainfall is less than 240mm, and the total […]
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