Case Study- contemporary Dam Flashcards
What is the location of the Three Gorges Dam?
Hubei province, in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River China.
What is the generating capacity of the Three Gorges Dam?
22,500 megawatts
What are the primary purposes of the Three Gorges Dam?
- Flood control
- Hydroelectric power generation
- Improving river navigation
How much electricity does the Three Gorges Dam generate annually?
About 100 terawatt-hours
What positive impact does the Three Gorges Dam have on flood control?
It has reduced the risk of flooding in downstream areas, particularly in cities like Wuhan
What is one negative environmental impact of the Three Gorges Dam?
Significant alteration of the ecology of the Yangtze River
How many people were displaced by the construction of the Three Gorges Dam?
Over 1.3 million people
What cultural heritage loss occurred due to the Three Gorges Dam?
Submergence of numerous archaeological and cultural sites
What are the seismic risks associated with the Three Gorges Dam?
Increased seismic activity and landslides in the region
What role does the Chinese government play regarding the Three Gorges Dam?
- National Energy Policy
- Flood Management
What challenges do local communities face due to the dam’s construction?
- Inadequate compensation
- Loss of livelihoods
- Social dislocation
Which international organization has monitored the environmental impacts of the Three Gorges Dam?
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
What type of research have scientists conducted related to the Three Gorges Dam?
- Environmental consequences
- Effects on biodiversity
- Sediment transport
- Water quality
What is one significant conclusion about the Three Gorges Dam?
It has significant benefits for energy production and flood control but at a high cost, including environmental degradation and displacement of people
What does GERD stand for in relation to dam projects?
Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam
What is a key issue surrounding the GERD?
Geopolitical tension between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan
Fill in the blank: The Three Gorges Dam has sparked debates about the _______.
sustainability of large-scale hydroelectric projects
True or False: The Three Gorges Dam has only positive impacts on local communities.
False
