Tag: Hydropower
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Hydropower Expansion in Indigenous Nepal: Appraisal
Introduction Nepal’s ambition to harness its vast hydro potential has positioned hydropower at the center of its sustainable-energy agenda. Proponents argue that large-scale projects can drive modernization, improve energy access, and foster regional cooperation. Yet the expansion within indigenous territories raises urgent questions about rights, culture, and ecological resilience. This article provides a critical appraisal…
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A Critical Appraisal of Hydropower Expansion in Indigenous Territories of Nepal
Introduction Nepal’s hydropower ambition sits at the intersection of energy security, economic development, and climate resilience. With an estimated potential far exceeding current capacity, the government positions hydropower as a cornerstone of growth, regional cooperation, and green transition. Yet a critical appraisal is essential in the indigenous territories where many large and small projects unfold.…
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Swiss Glaciers Lose 24% of Volume in a Decade
Rapid melt and warnings from the Alps Swiss glaciers have undergone a dramatic retreat over the past decade, losing about a quarter of their volume, according to a new study by Glamos (Réseau des relevés glaciologiques suisses). A snow-poor winter combined with June and August heat waves accelerated melt, pushing several glaciers toward unprecedented losses.…
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Devastation on the Alps: Swiss Glaciers Lose 24% of Volume in a Decade
Alpine glaciers face an accelerating retreat The Swiss glaciers have entered a period of rapid and sustained retreat as climate warming continues to bite. A new assessment by Glamos, the Swiss Glaciological Monitoring Network, shows that glaciers in Switzerland lost about a quarter of their total volume between 2015 and 2025 – roughly 24%. This…
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Ethiopian Renaissance Dam: Benefits for Egypt and Sudan
Introduction to the Ethiopian Renaissance Dam The Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has been a significant point of discussion in the Nile River Basin, impacting not just Ethiopia but also its neighboring countries, Egypt and Sudan. As the construction progresses, various stakeholders are examining the implications of this monumental project. How will Egypt and Sudan benefit…
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Benefits of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam for Egypt and Sudan
Introduction to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has been a subject of extensive discussion and debate since its inception. While Ethiopia believes the dam will transform its economy, it is crucial to understand its implications for downstream countries, particularly Egypt and Sudan. According to Kifley Horo, the project manager,…