Lesotho Flashcards
1
Q
Where is it?
A
South Africa
2
Q
Why is there a water problem?
A
High population and CC
3
Q
How much did it cost?
A
US$8 billion
4
Q
How was it funded?
A
World Bank
RSA water levies
5
Q
Why was the location good?
A
Latitude and temperature means few people displaced and little water evaporation
6
Q
Positives of the project?
A
Less flooding overall Provides $35 million a year for Lesotho Proves energy to meet increasing demands More stable geopolitical situation Long term environmental stability
7
Q
Negatives of the project?
A
Villages cut off from each other due to reservoir
Replacement to those who lost houses took years to deliver
Only 9% arable land and many hectares lost so significant impact
Siltation
Reduced wetlands threatens rock catfish and bearded vulture
Less water downstream
Water has less sediment, less O2, less nutrients, temp. change
8
Q
What is the project?
A
Katse Dam and water diversion
