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Ethiopia's Mega Dam Sparks Tensions with Egypt and Sudan

Ethiopia has inaugurated Africa's largest hydropower dam, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, aiming to boost its energy supply and economic development, but this has heightened tensions with Egypt, which fears water shortages from the Nile River. The dam's construction has been a point of regional conflict, with Ethiopia asserting its sovereign right to develop its resources, while downstream countries seek legally binding agreements to protect their water interests.

via France 24|

#egypt #ethiopia #hydropower-dam

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Norway Blames Russia for Dam Cyberattack and Sabotage

Norway's intelligence agency has accused Russia of conducting a cyberattack on the Bremanger hydropower dam in April, which temporarily opened a floodgate, but caused no injuries or damage. The attack is linked to pro-Russian cyber actors aiming to influence and create chaos, amid increased activity from Russian cyber groups. Norway warns of ongoing threats to its energy infrastructure, while Russia dismisses the allegations as unfounded.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#cyberattack #hydropower-dam #norway

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China Commences Construction of World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet

China has begun construction on the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river, a project valued at around £124 billion, which aims to generate significant renewable energy but faces criticism from India, Bangladesh, environmentalists, and Tibetan groups due to potential ecological and geopolitical impacts.

via The Guardian|

#china #environmental-concerns #hydropower-dam