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An Arabian Aquapocalypse and Egypt’s Nile-less Future?
Courtesy of Green Prophet, two articles that remind us of the water crises awaiting much of the Middle East.  As [...]
The Thirsty Dragon: Bringing the Bohai Sea to Xinjiang
Via Danwei, an interesting article on a new proposal to divert seawater to Xinjiang: “…The South-North Water Transfer Project (南水北调工程) [...]
Water Scarcity Spares Just Two Arab Nations by 2015
Via Treehugger, a report on the dire water future facing most Arab nations: “…We’ve covered the growing issue of water [...]
Mekong Progress? Study Calls For 10-Year Freeze on Dam Construction
Via Circle of Blue, news of a new study approved by the Mekong River Commission (MRC) calling for a 10-year [...]
Hydraulic Pressures: Reaching A Tipping Point?
Via Foreign Affairs, an interesting review of several books examining the emerging global water crisis: “…Although warnings that water crises, [...]
Central Asian Water Politics…with Energy & Security Implications
Courtesy of STRATFOR (subscription required), a detailed look at the water politics of Central Asia, namely Tajikistan’s request for Russian [...]

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