Biologist is Working to Limit Impact of Hydroelectric Dams in Asia
Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 04:28
in Earth & Climate
Rivers around the world are being tamed by massive hydroelectric dams. Aquatic biologist Guy Lanza is working to limit the environmental impact of these projects, which he says often deliver a legacy of health problems and poor water quality for people living near the dams and downstream.
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