Historic drought: rivers reveal hunger stones, warships and mammoth remains
Water levels across Europe have plunged to record lows due to the ongoing drought, exposing a host of long-hidden relics; here is a selection.
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Tag: Water
Europe heatwave puts all major Italian cities on red alert as Austria sets heat record
The current heatwave has exposed vulnerabilities in public health systems, power generation, transportation networks and tourism infrastructure, forcing governments to adapt to more frequent periods of extreme weather.
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The secrets of the desert: Exploring Uzbekistan’s ancient landscapes and living traditions
Ancient fortresses, sacred monuments and reclaimed steppe landscapes reveal how people adapted to life across Uzbekistan’s deserts, where water has long determined settlement and survival.
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55 hours in the water: Polish swimmer crosses Baltic Sea from Sweden to home country
Bartłomiej Kubkowski has pulled off an extraordinary feat, becoming the first person to swim across the Baltic Sea from Sweden to Poland in 55 hours, covering 160 kilometres.
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Dubai Reduces Reliance on Single-Use Plastics
Dubai has stepped up its commitment towards a more sustainable future, through the launch of ‘Dubai Can’. Focus finds out how the move is reducing the city’s reliance on single-use plastic bottles.
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How the heatwave is taking a toll on European industry as key waterways run low
Prolonged low water levels have forced several European industries, including oil refining, nuclear power and chemicals, to reduce output because of raw-material and cooling-water shortages.
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Heat, drought, fire: Europe needs to restore wetlands, rivers and landscapes
Experts from environmental organisations, including WWF, are calling in an op-ed for Euronews for urgent action to adapt to a changing climate. By placing the restoration of landscapes and healthy water systems at the heart of climate legislation can help to reducing climate risks at their root.
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Watermarks on the Silk Road: Following Uzbekistan’s rivers, waterfalls and ancient reservoirs
Mountain rivers, hidden waterfalls and centuries-old reservoirs show how water has shaped settlement, trade and tourism across Uzbekistan, offering visitors a different perspective on the country.
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