Tag: construction
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China Expands Hydroelectric Power with Risky Megadams in Earthquake-Prone Areas
China is advancing its hydropower capabilities by constructing an extensive network of dams along its longest river, the Yangtze, notably in the highly remote and earthquake-prone regions. This ambitious project involves more than a dozen dams, including the $31 billion Baihetan Dam, which alone generates 16,000 megawatts of power. Despite the hydropower potential, which is…
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Grenfell Tower Inquiry Condemns Failures at Every Level, Calls Deaths “Avoidable”
A newly released report on the Grenfell Tower fire, which resulted in 72 deaths and numerous injuries, has concluded that the tragedy was the consequence of widespread failures by governments, companies, and authorities over many years. Described as a result of incompetence, dishonesty, and greed, the report emphasizes that all of the deaths were avoidable.…
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Indonesia Faces Challenges with $33 Billion Capital Relocation to Nusantara Amid Investor Withdrawals and Construction Delays
Indonesia’s ambitious $33 billion plan to relocate its capital from Jakarta to Nusantara in Borneo is facing significant challenges. Jakarta, the current capital, is sinking rapidly, with predictions stating about a third of the city could be underwater by 2050. Nusantara, promoted as a modern, environmentally sustainable city, aims to alleviate Jakarta’s congestion and environmental…
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Paris Ramps Up Construction for Olympic Games with Major Facelifts and New Venues
With the Paris Olympics approaching this summer, the city is in the midst of extensive preparations. Paris is seeing a transformation, with bridges, landmarks, and streets undergoing renovations and constructions to accommodate the grand event. The focus is on readying the city for the influx of spectators and athletes, with significant work happening around famous…
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US Launches Its First Large-Scale Offshore Wind Farm to Power 400,000 Homes in Massachusetts
The United States has inaugurated its first large-scale offshore wind farm, situated off the coast of Massachusetts. Dubbed the Vineyard Wind 1 project, this pioneering initiative comprises 62 wind turbines, each spaced one nautical mile apart, with a collective capacity to produce 800 megawatts—enough to power 400,000 homes and businesses. This landmark project marks a…
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Exploring the Strategic Significance and Vulnerability of China’s Three Gorges Dam
The video discusses the strategic significance of China’s Three Gorges Dam, the world’s most electrically productive power station and a marvel of engineering comparable to the Great Wall or the Tiangong Space Station. It highlights the dam’s role in flood prevention, navigation, and power generation, emphasizing its size and capacity to handle massive water volumes.…