Aging dams and flash flooding accelerated by climate change are a looming threat to our ecosystems, questioning dam sustainability
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Our mineral thirst that depletes water
We have a pressing need to produce minerals in a responsible and sustainable manner
Lake Eutrophication
Eutrophication is one of the stages in the life cycle of a lake which happens over a period of years. Eutrophication is a natural process where the oxygen levels in the lake decreases as it ages and eventually just becomes a wetland. But due to pollution and industrialization, this process has fastened. Eutrophication is aContinue reading “Lake Eutrophication”
Oil and Water
India’s huge demand for Palm Oil is not helping our world’s peatlands and worsening the climate crisis
SILT – A blessing in disguise!
Silt is created when rocks are eroded or worn away by wind or water. Silt is made up of tiny rock and mineral particles that are smaller than sand. It can be transported by water, wind, ice and deposited. As silt flows along it chips more rocks.. Silt is found in soil along with otherContinue reading “SILT – A blessing in disguise!”
Let’s get water-wise with sustainable architecture
Sustainable architecture accelerates an eco-friendly approach to reduce negative environmental impacts
Is Nuclear waste a major water polluter ?
Nuclear energy has a key role in countries bid to move to clean and carbon-free energy
Urban Expansion has led to loss of Lakes
Migration of people is one of the main reasons for urbanisation, as people moved from rural areas to cities in search of jobs for better lifestyle and better living standards. Already half the global population live in cities, it is estimated that by 2050 two-thirds of the world’s people will live in Urban areas. ThisContinue reading “Urban Expansion has led to loss of Lakes”
Women as Water Managers
Empowering women to ensure greater equity in water access
Caring about Water; Caring for Water
We all care about water. With water making up 71% of Earth we would be foolish not to. But the distinction between caring about water and caring for water is an important one. When we pollute water, we are the ones who lack clean water. Caring for water is a must if we want to guarantee healthy lives for all.
