Morocco is experimenting with permeable 'sponge' pavement in Marrakech and Agadir, aiming to reduce urban heat islands, improve drainage, and filter pollutants through evaporation-based cooling, as part of its 'Marrakech Sustainable City' program.
In Gujarat, India, a canal-top solar panel installation near Chandrasan village generates electricity while preventing water evaporation and preserving farmland.
Michigan landowner Susan Miller sued Toll Brothers and other developers in Washtenaw County, alleging ignored property rights, altered water flow, and improper recording of easement changes for a 107-luxury home project with wastewater plants near her 19 acres.
Michigan landowner Susan Miller sued homebuilder Toll Brothers and others in Washtenaw County, alleging ignored property rights, altered water flow, and improper termination of her land access for a 107-luxury home development near her 19-acre property.
Virginia Tech research reveals nanoplastics, tiny plastic fragments, can strengthen bacterial biofilms and activate viruses in drinking water systems. This makes harmful microbes more resistant to disinfection, posing a challenge for water treatment and public health by fostering "superbugs" and increasing maintenance complexity.
Scientists propose draining Lake Powell to store water in Lake Mead as the Colorado River crisis worsens. The plan aims to address critically low water levels affecting 40 million people and 5 million acres of farmland, while ending hydropower generation at Glen Canyon Dam.
Nikhil Kamath suggests India's next major business opportunity lies not in AI or EVs, but in water measurement, management, and conservation. Rapid growth in water-intensive sectors like agriculture, nuclear energy, pharmaceuticals, and data centers is straining resources, creating a gap for innovative solutions.
Pakistan faces a severe water shortage in Sindh and Balochistan, impacting agriculture and livelihoods. India has placed the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance following a terror attack, exacerbating the crisis. Political blame is being cast internally over unequal water distribution, with farmers struggling as canals run dry.
Pakistan is experiencing a severe water crisis in Sindh and Balochistan, impacting agriculture and livelihoods. This comes after India placed the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance following a terror attack. Water shortages are affecting irrigation networks, leading to political blame games and farmer distress.
Anhui Province will focus on four key water management areas during its 15th Five-Year Plan: flood control, water conservation, modern water network construction, and creating 'happy rivers and lakes'. The province aims to enhance disaster prevention, optimize water resource utilization, and promote ecological protection and green water economy development.
Google has released new guidelines for AI data centers to manage water consumption, aiming to set an industry standard amid growing public concerns about environmental impact. The company acknowledges legitimate worries about water use and calls for greater transparency.
A study by ICAR scientists reveals El Niño years have historically reduced India's key kharif crop yields, like paddy and maize, by over 10% in many districts. Researchers urge contingency planning for drought-tolerant varieties and water management.
China is developing wave-powered autonomous vessels for sustainable distant water management, potentially for patrols, monitoring, and search and rescue operations. These AI-enabled USVs offer a low-cost alternative to traditional naval assets for continuous maritime surveillance.
