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environment1 year ago

"Massive Salmon Die-Off in California River Sparks Environmental Concerns"

Hundreds of thousands of newly hatched Chinook salmon released into the Klamath River have died from "gas bubble disease" caused by extreme changes in water pressure, following the largest dam removal project in US history. The removal of four hydropower dams aims to restore the river and its ecosystem to their natural state, benefiting local tribes and the salmon fishery. The deaths were attributed to a tunnel at the Iron Gate dam, which is scheduled for demolition, and officials plan to release more fish downstream once the dams are removed. The restoration efforts seek to address historical harm to salmon populations and the ecosystem caused by damming and water diversions, with the ultimate goal of reducing large-scale fish die-offs.

via The Guardian|
#dam-removal#environment#environmental-restoration
environment2 years ago

"Michigan's Future at Stake: Consumers' Decision on 13 Dams Threatens Rivers and Towns"

Consumers Energy is considering selling its 13 hydropower dams in Michigan due to high maintenance costs and low electricity output. The fate of these dams could have significant consequences for local economies and the environment. The dams generate less than 1 percent of the power used by Consumers' customers and produce electricity at a higher cost compared to other sources. Options being considered include relicensing, selling to a new owner, removing the dam to restore a free-flowing river, or building a new barrier without power generation. The decision will impact property values, towns, electric ratepayers, and environmental restoration efforts. Consumers Energy will issue a request for proposals to explore possible dam sales and will hold public meetings to discuss the dams' future.

via Bridge Michigan|
#consumers-energy#economic-impact#environment
environment2 years ago

"From Waste to Wonder: Latin America's Largest Landfill Transformed into Thriving Mangrove Forest"

A decade after the closure of Latin America's largest landfill in Rio de Janeiro, a highly polluted swamp has been transformed into a thriving mangrove forest. The recovery project, led by the city's garbage collection agency, has seen the return of crabs, snails, fish, and birds to the area. The landfill, which received 80 million tons of garbage between 1968 and 1996, had severely polluted the surrounding Guanabara Bay. The restoration efforts have not only revived the ecosystem but also highlighted the remarkable ability of nature to heal itself. Mangroves, in particular, play a crucial role in capturing and storing carbon dioxide, making them an effective tool in combating climate change.

via The Associated Press|
#environment#environmental-restoration#guanabara-bay
environment2 years ago

"Massive Water Surge Impacts Grand Canyon and Lake Mead"

Billions of gallons of water are being released from Lake Powell and dumped into waterways along the Grand Canyon to restore sandbars, beaches, and campsites used by visitors to the Grand Canyon. The release aims to restore the Colorado River corridor in eastern Grand Canyon National Park. The release will mimic the natural flow pattern of the Colorado River, which would typically occur each spring during the runoff of snowmelt. The experiment will not affect the total annual amount of water released from Lake Powell to Lake Mead for the 2023 water allotment.

via ABC News|
#colorado-river#environment#environmental-restoration
gaming2 years ago

"Revive the Earth in Terra Nil: A Review"

Terra Nil is a puzzle game that allows players to restore nature in a toxic landscape by placing machines such as windmills, toxin scrubbers, and irrigators. The game is easy to play, with a simple interface, tutorial, and in-game guidebook. The music and sound effects are relaxing, and the game spreads a clear message that saving the planet could be easy if we wanted it to be. Part of the proceeds from the game will be donated to the Endangered Wildlife Trust.

via The Guardian|
#city-builder#endangered-wildlife-trust#environmental-restoration