Tag Archives: environment
Water Words – Quote of the Day
Water, is taught by thirst. “Water, is taught by thirst. Land — by the Oceans passed. Transport — by throe Peace — by its battles told Love, by Memorial Mold Birds, by the Snow.” -Emily Dickinson
Filed under poetry, quote of the day
Nepal Discontent Over Climate Change Talks in Bali
Nepal, land on the edge of the mighty Himalayas. Although rather small (only the size of Arkansas), Nepal is known the world over for Mount Everest, highest mountain in the world (elevation 29,029 feet). As the UN Framework Convention on … Continue reading
Filed under asia, climate change, india, united nations
Rainwater Harvesting for all Household Needs
An industrious friend of mine is planning life off of the grid. She will grow her own food, utilize alternative forms of energy, and supply her own water (without having to dig a well). Recently, she questioned, is it possible to … Continue reading
Filed under india, sustainability
Singapore – Water Technology Clearinghouse
Previously, on this water web-log, we have heard of Israel’s attempts to become the next “Silicon Valley” of water technology. Right on schedule, other investment minded countries are jumping on-board. Singapore has stepped-up with hopes of being a major water-technology … Continue reading
Filed under asia, economy, technology
Water Guzzlin’ Biofuels…
Initially, biofuels (such as biodiesel and ethanol) were thought the holy-grail of the environmental and energy movement. After further review, several problems arise that may negate any positive environmental outcome of the use of biofuels. Negative aspects of biofuel production include … Continue reading
Filed under agriculture, asia, india
Water Words – Quote of the Day
The Peace of Wild Things “When despair for the world grows in me and I wake in the night at the least sound in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be, I go and lie down … Continue reading
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Dam Nation: Dispatches from the Water Underground
This book, available through 100 Fires, was recently released by The Greywater Guerrillas, a water-aware environmental group out of the Bay Area focused on river restoration, dam removal, and installation of grey-water systems. Both radical history of water and DIY … Continue reading
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Walking for Water
This evening, while reviewing yet another small town in India to endure water scarcity, this particular article caught my eye: Sundernagar faces acute water crisis. Gujarat, located in West India, is bordered by the Arabian Sea and Pakistan. Citizens claim … Continue reading
Filed under drinking water, drought, india, international
Peter Gleick and Water for the Future – NPR Interview
Peter Gleick, founder of the Pacific Institue (an environmental think-tank), talks about global water supply, climate change, and alternative water supply options for the future on NPR’s Fresh Air. Thanks to my friend Seldom for sending this link!
Filed under audio, climate change, drinking water, international
Kashmir Region Prepares for Harsh, Dry Winter
The region known as Kashmir is experiencing water shortages, as there has been little rainfall over the past three months. Weather outlooks for the coming weeks expect more dry weather, and main rivers and lakes in the region have water … Continue reading
Filed under asia, drinking water, drought, groundwater, india
