- Record-Breaking Output: The dam will generate 300 billion kWh annually, tripling the capacity of the Three Gorges Dam.
- Стратегическая роль: Supports China’s carbon neutrality goals and drives economic growth in Tibet.
- Региональные проблемы: India and Bangladesh fear ecological and water flow disruptions downstream.
Что происходит:
China has greenlit the construction of the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet. This ambitious project aims to produce 300 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually—over three times the capacity of the Three Gorges Dam, currently the largest in the world.
Почему это важно:
The project aligns with China’s carbon peaking and neutrality goals, stimulating industries like engineering and creating jobs in Tibet. However, it raises concerns about displacement, local ecosystems, and international relations.
Hydropower projects in Tibet… hold more than a third of China’s hydroelectric power potential,” Chinese officials stated, claiming minimal environmental or water supply impact.
Связанные статьи: Богатый гидроэнергетикой Таджикистан планирует производить 1 миллион тонн зеленого водорода
Большая картина:
- Инженерный масштаб: The dam will be built where the river drops 2,000 meters over just 50 km, providing immense hydropower potential but posing engineering challenges.
- Costs and displacement: Although financial details surpass the $34.83 billion cost of the Three Gorges Dam, authorities have yet to disclose how many people will be displaced.
- Cross-border impact: The Yarlung Zangbo flows into India and Bangladesh as the Brahmaputra, sparking concerns over water flow and ecological stability.
» Агентство Синьхуа reported that the dam will “play a major role in meeting China’s carbon goals and boosting regional development.
Что дальше:
As hydropower projects expand upstream, tensions with India and Bangladesh could rise, emphasizing the need for dialogue on transboundary water management and ecological preservation.
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