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16 Apr 2021 TOKYO, Japan
Plan To Release Water From Fukushima Sparks Outrage
The Fukushima nuclear plant is running out of space to store radioactive water following its destruction in the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Plans by owners TEPCO to begin discharging the "treated" water into the Pacific Ocean have been met with dismay by some but cautiously welcomed by others.
16 Apr 2021 Chennai, India
Climate Change Action Required To Prevent "Chaotic" Monsoons In India
New research predicts that Indian monsoons will become stronger and more chaotic without collective climate action from policy makers across the globe. Scientists warn that increased rainfall in the region will be detrimental to India's agricultural industry and the economy.
16 Apr 2021 GENEVA, Switzerland
Accounting For "Context" In Corporate Water Strategies
New guides from WWF and H and M Group offer a practical guide to understand the strategic importance of water in corporate value chains to create meaningful targets and goals that connect with overall corporate business strategy.
8 Apr 2021 VILNIUS, Lithuania
EIB Finances Vilnius Water System Upgrades
Major upgrades and renovations to ensure long-term sustainability and environmental improvements in water and wastewater networks and treatment facilities.
8 Apr 2021 DUBAI, United Arab Emirates
First DEWA Project Using Independent Water Producer (IWP) Model
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) signs water purchase agreement with Utico FZC, boosts water capacity and clean energy goals.
8 Apr 2021 PASADENA CA, United States
Soil Moisture Is Key Factor In Carbon Uptake Variability From Land Ecosystems
Soil moisture causes changes to the temperature and humidity near the surface of plants which affects the photosynthesis process and in turn alters carbon absorption rates from land ecosystems.
7 Apr 2021 NEW DELHI, India
“Cordial” Meeting of India-Pakistan Permanent Indus Commission
India maintains its position that construction activities on the Chenab River are treaty-compliant. Pakistan requests information share re planned projects.
7 Apr 2021 ISLAMABAD, Pakistan
Pakistan Hydro Facility Receives ADB Funding
The 300 MW hydropower facility in Khyber Province is expected to be commissioned in 2027. Community development programs are planned to enhance resilience.
7 Apr 2021 TEL AVIV, Israel
Israel Delays On Routine Jordanian Water Request
Water Sharing Arrangement Sates Back To 1994 Peace Treaty. Jordan Drought Continues. Natanyahu's Fractious Relationship With King Abdullah.
7 Apr 2021 EDINBURGH, United Kingdom
ICT Supply Chain Faces High Flooding Risk
Key river basins that are particularly vulnerable include Taihu, Dong and Zhu in China; Danube and Rhine in Europe; Colorado and Upper Mississippi in the United States.
7 Apr 2021 LONDON, United Kingdom
Growing Concern Over Levels Of Sewage Discharge Into UK Rivers
Sewage discharge into England and Wales rivers doubled in 2020. Storm overflows are associated with climate change.
5 Apr 2021 TAMPA FL, United States
Florida Reservoir Leak: State Of Emergency Declared, Evacuations Ordered
US State Governor declares state of emergency, orders precautionary evacuation among allegations of prior "events", and radioactivity concerns.