Three Gorges Dam: A Model of the Past
Published By: IRN on eSS | Published Date: February, 26 , 2012The Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River is the world’s largest and most
controversial hydropower project. The 600 kilometer-long reservoir has displaced
1.3 million people and is wreaking havoc with the environment. The reservoir reached its
final height in 2010, but many of its impacts are only now becoming apparent. China will
deal with the project’s legacy for generations to come. [IRN Fact Sheet]. URL:[http://www.internationalrivers.org/files/attached-files/3gorgesfactsheet_feb2012_web.pdf].
Author(s): International Rivers Network IRN | Posted on: Jul 12, 2012 | Views(618) | Download (766)