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Lesson 14 - Hard Engineering: Megadam Flashcards

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What is a megadam?

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Big fuck off dam
Primarily for supply conservation + hydroelectricity generation

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What are the positive impacts of megadam construction?

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Energy + electricity provision
Water conservation
Easier to regulate water consumption

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What are the drawbacks of megadam construction?

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Costs
May starve downstream regions
Stakeholder conflicts

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How sustainable is a megadam?

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Long term costs + debt?
Potential env. damage + negligence
Can maintain water supply

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