Dams (Three Gorges, China) Flashcards
1
Q
Where is it?
A
Yangtze River, China
2
Q
When was it completed?
A
2009
3
Q
What things have been flooded?
A
Over 62,000 acres of farmland
13 major cities
Hundreds of small villages
Cultural landmarks and beautiful landscapes
4
Q
What are some environmental issues?
A
River’s pollution will increase
Wildlife threatened
Destruction of habitats
5
Q
How much did it cost to build?
A
£25 billion
6
Q
How many people were resettled?
A
1.2 million
7
Q
What are some advantages?
A
Can produce massive amounts of power through HEP
Renewable energy
Replaces need for coal power and more
Reduce the risk of flooding for 15 million people
