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DAM NATION.
- Source :
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New Scientist . 6/21/2014, Vol. 222 Issue 2974, p42-45. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- The article discusses the controversy over dams for hydroelectric power and irrigation in Africa as of 2014, focusing on the balance between the projects' potential social benefits and ecological impacts. Topics include Ethiopia's planned Gilgel Gibe III dam on the Omo river, the hydrology of Lake Turkana in Kenya and the dam's potential impact, and the intended commercial agriculture and development in the region.
- Subjects :
- *DAMS
*RIVER ecology
*HYDROELECTRIC power plants & the environment
*IRRIGATION
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02624079
- Volume :
- 222
- Issue :
- 2974
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- New Scientist
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 96718707
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/S0262-4079(14)61218-5