Articles related to "Three Gorges"
Burning Down the House
Wondering what is happening in the Three Gorges? It's been over a year since we first looked at this archaeological, ecological, personal and cultural tragedy occurring in China. Let's go back for an update.
china • three gorges • dam • hydroelectric • archaeology
Wondering what is happening in the Three Gorges? It's been over a year since we first looked at this archaeological, ecological, personal and cultural tragedy occurring in China. Let's go back for an update.
china • three gorges • dam • hydroelectric • archaeology
Tragedy in the Three Gorges
An "introductory briefing" regarding the crisis and controversy surrounding the Three Gorges Dam Project underway at Sandouping, China.
three gorges • dam • watershed • yangtze • river
An "introductory briefing" regarding the crisis and controversy surrounding the Three Gorges Dam Project underway at Sandouping, China.
three gorges • dam • watershed • yangtze • river
Burning Down the House - Part II
Here's a final look at the Three Gorges Dam, complete with some items that should get you thinking about archaeology, history, the environment and more.
three gorges dam • irrigation • hydrology • archaeology • ba
Here's a final look at the Three Gorges Dam, complete with some items that should get you thinking about archaeology, history, the environment and more.
three gorges dam • irrigation • hydrology • archaeology • ba
Engineering the Three Gorges Dam
China's Three Gorges Dam provided designers and construction crews with several engineering challenges.
three gorges dam • building the three gorges dam • what is the three gorges dam? dam construction • hydropower • hydroelectric power
China's Three Gorges Dam provided designers and construction crews with several engineering challenges.
three gorges dam • building the three gorges dam • what is the three gorges dam? dam construction • hydropower • hydroelectric power
A Single Pebble and the Single Pebble Village
A short study of John Hersey's novel, <i>A Single Pebble</i>, and the Buddhist monument at Single Pebble Village, near Chongqing, China.
single pebble • china • chinese • three gorges • dam
A short study of John Hersey's novel, <i>A Single Pebble</i>, and the Buddhist monument at Single Pebble Village, near Chongqing, China.
single pebble • china • chinese • three gorges • dam
World Hydroelectric Power Generation
Hydroelectric power is the most widely used renewable energy source in the world.
hydroelectric power generation • world hydroelectric power generation • world power generation • three gorges dam • top power producers
Hydroelectric power is the most widely used renewable energy source in the world.
hydroelectric power generation • world hydroelectric power generation • world power generation • three gorges dam • top power producers
Carving Life Out of Limestone at Dazu
Visitors to the Buddhist temples at the Dazu grottoes never cease to be amazed at the feeling, personality and artistry with which the sculptures there come to life.
dazu • buddhist • bodhisattva • guanyin • china
Visitors to the Buddhist temples at the Dazu grottoes never cease to be amazed at the feeling, personality and artistry with which the sculptures there come to life.
dazu • buddhist • bodhisattva • guanyin • china
Holiday Travel Bargains and Deals
The holiday season is the busiest for travel, to family reunions or romantic getaways, skiing or the beach. There are airline and hotel discounts and deals, though.
holiday travel airline bargains discounts • family gay and lesbian senior adventure travel tou • visit tahiti bora bora moorea • river cruises china yangtze • world's largest power plant
The holiday season is the busiest for travel, to family reunions or romantic getaways, skiing or the beach. There are airline and hotel discounts and deals, though.
holiday travel airline bargains discounts • family gay and lesbian senior adventure travel tou • visit tahiti bora bora moorea • river cruises china yangtze • world's largest power plant
Review of The Dammed by Fred Pearce
Despite disastrous human, political and environmental consequences, developing countries are still intent on building large dams and complicated water projects.
fred pearce • the dammed • dams • third world dams • developing country dams
Despite disastrous human, political and environmental consequences, developing countries are still intent on building large dams and complicated water projects.
fred pearce • the dammed • dams • third world dams • developing country dams
Secondary Effects of Dam Construction
The installation of a hydroelectric dam facility can have a variety of influences on the environment of the river and local area.
effects of dams • dam sedimentation • dam construction effects • dam flood control • flood control
The installation of a hydroelectric dam facility can have a variety of influences on the environment of the river and local area.
effects of dams • dam sedimentation • dam construction effects • dam flood control • flood control
The Chinese Paddlefish
The last adult Chinese Paddlefish was seen in the Yangtze River in 2003 and no young fish have been seen since 1995.
chinese paddlefish • worlds largest river fish facing extinction • chinese paddlefish yangtze river • chinese paddlefish known elephant fish chinese swo • gehzouba hydroelectric dam 1983 divides yangtze ri
The last adult Chinese Paddlefish was seen in the Yangtze River in 2003 and no young fish have been seen since 1995.
chinese paddlefish • worlds largest river fish facing extinction • chinese paddlefish yangtze river • chinese paddlefish known elephant fish chinese swo • gehzouba hydroelectric dam 1983 divides yangtze ri
Top Canadian Movies at VIFF
The Stone Angel, Up the Yangtze, The Green Chain and What Happened Last Summer are some of the top Canadian movies at this year's Vancouver International Film Festival.
canadian movies • vancouver international film festival • viff • the stone angel • up the yangtze river
The Stone Angel, Up the Yangtze, The Green Chain and What Happened Last Summer are some of the top Canadian movies at this year's Vancouver International Film Festival.
canadian movies • vancouver international film festival • viff • the stone angel • up the yangtze river
Hydroelectric Power Generation
Hydroelectric power is one of the oldest power generation methods and is a critical part of world electricity generation.
hydroelectric power generation • hydroelectric power • generating electricity from water • renewable energy sources • controversies with hydroelectric power systems
Hydroelectric power is one of the oldest power generation methods and is a critical part of world electricity generation.
hydroelectric power generation • hydroelectric power • generating electricity from water • renewable energy sources • controversies with hydroelectric power systems
The Best Asian Movies at VIFF
The Sun Also Rises, 3 Days to Forever and Bing Ai are among some of the best Asian movies at VIFF. From China and Indonesia, watch documentaries and narrative features.
asian movies • vancouver international film festival • viff • the sun also rises • 3 days to forever
The Sun Also Rises, 3 Days to Forever and Bing Ai are among some of the best Asian movies at VIFF. From China and Indonesia, watch documentaries and narrative features.
asian movies • vancouver international film festival • viff • the sun also rises • 3 days to forever
China Earthquake
Central China rocked by massive earthquake
earthquake • china • quake • sichuan • province
Central China rocked by massive earthquake
earthquake • china • quake • sichuan • province
Climate Change in Southeast Asia 2
What will be the impact on energy production in Southeast Asia of global climate change?
mekong • global climate change • energy production • hydropower • nam theun dam
What will be the impact on energy production in Southeast Asia of global climate change?
mekong • global climate change • energy production • hydropower • nam theun dam
Kid's Math Review with China Facts and Figures
A China themed math review using facts and figures is fun and effective. The Beijing 2008 Olympics provide great material for learning or practicing math basics.
kids' educational activities • kid’s math review using china facts figures • children's practice with higher numbers combined w • basic math review based on china • fun numerical china facts
A China themed math review using facts and figures is fun and effective. The Beijing 2008 Olympics provide great material for learning or practicing math basics.
kids' educational activities • kid’s math review using china facts figures • children's practice with higher numbers combined w • basic math review based on china • fun numerical china facts
Latest Berlitz Pocket Guide to China
The latest Berlitz Pocket Guide to China offers a lot of information in an easy to carry format. It is attractively illustrated and a pleasure to handle.
latest berlitz pocket guide china • small guidebook to china • introduction top chinese cities • berlitz guide-china top attractions • china visitors guide-travel tips
The latest Berlitz Pocket Guide to China offers a lot of information in an easy to carry format. It is attractively illustrated and a pleasure to handle.
latest berlitz pocket guide china • small guidebook to china • introduction top chinese cities • berlitz guide-china top attractions • china visitors guide-travel tips
Science Investigations Using Google Earth
Google Earth scientific data can be used to complete projects involving collecting data over time. This free program provides data not available to students in the past.
science investigations google earth • science projects use satellite imagery • science project investigations • science fair projects • geology science projects
Google Earth scientific data can be used to complete projects involving collecting data over time. This free program provides data not available to students in the past.
science investigations google earth • science projects use satellite imagery • science project investigations • science fair projects • geology science projects
The Mekong river
What is the future of the Mekong River?
mekong • water management • dams • hydropower
What is the future of the Mekong River?
mekong • water management • dams • hydropower
The Ten Most Endangered Mammals
Ten of the most critically endangered mammals facing extinction as a result of habitat destruction and loss, introduced species,hunting and/or poaching.
most endangered mammals • baiji • javan rhinoceros • hairy-nosed wombat • extinction
Ten of the most critically endangered mammals facing extinction as a result of habitat destruction and loss, introduced species,hunting and/or poaching.
most endangered mammals • baiji • javan rhinoceros • hairy-nosed wombat • extinction
Baiji River Dolphin Species Lost
The Baiji river dolphin in China's Yangtze River is extinct despite sightings. Soon more species in the Yangtze will be lost. Scientists call it an evolutionary tragedy.
baiji river dolphin • yangtze river • china • threatened habitat • species extinction
The Baiji river dolphin in China's Yangtze River is extinct despite sightings. Soon more species in the Yangtze will be lost. Scientists call it an evolutionary tragedy.
baiji river dolphin • yangtze river • china • threatened habitat • species extinction
China's Money Comes in Variety of Sizes, Colors
China's money is known as renminbi or "people's money." It comes in various sizes and colors, with pictures of Mao Zedong on one side, and scenic highlights on the other.
chinese currency • chinese money denominations • pictures on chinese money • money tips for travelers to china • chinese unit of money
China's money is known as renminbi or "people's money." It comes in various sizes and colors, with pictures of Mao Zedong on one side, and scenic highlights on the other.
chinese currency • chinese money denominations • pictures on chinese money • money tips for travelers to china • chinese unit of money
Lijiang: China's Mile High City
The city of Lijiang, in China's Yunnan Province, is in rare company. It is one of the few large cities in the world more than a mile above sea level.
naxi people • lisu people • miao people • hui people • lijiang china
The city of Lijiang, in China's Yunnan Province, is in rare company. It is one of the few large cities in the world more than a mile above sea level.
naxi people • lisu people • miao people • hui people • lijiang china
Renewable Energy: Hydroelectric power
Hydroelectric power was once touted as the great, clean alternative to fossil fuels. However, history has shown us that the environmental costs can be high.
engineering • power • energy • hydroelectric • dam
Hydroelectric power was once touted as the great, clean alternative to fossil fuels. However, history has shown us that the environmental costs can be high.
engineering • power • energy • hydroelectric • dam
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