by Liam Smith | January 18, 2024 | Location, Water
TLDR Version: Mono Lake (USA): Situated in California, Mono Lake is famous for its alkaline water and the unusual limestone formations known as tufa towers. It also hosts a unique ecosystem adapted to its high salinity. Nestled within the rugged landscapes of...
by Liam Smith | January 18, 2024 | Location, Water
TLDR Version: Lake Victoria (Africa): Lake Victoria is the largest tropical lake in the world and the source of the Nile River. Its history is intertwined with the exploration of Africa and the quest to discover the Nile’s source. Lake Victoria, often referred...
by Liam Smith | January 17, 2024 | Location, Water
TLDR Version: Crater Lake (USA): Located in Oregon, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States. What makes it fascinating is that it fills the caldera of Mount Mazama, which collapsed after a massive volcanic eruption around 7,700 years ago. Crater Lake: The...
by Liam Smith | January 17, 2024 | Environment, Climate Change, Drinking Water, History, Location, Water
We are starting a series on interesting lakes around the world, their histories, and why they are important. First up, Lake Baikal TLDR Version: Lake Baikal (Russia): Known as the world’s deepest freshwater lake, Lake Baikal contains approximately 20% of the...
by Liam Smith | September 7, 2023 | Energy, Environment, History, Industrial Pollution, Labor, Location, Wastewater
India has one of the world’s fastest growing economies. In the middle of rapid industrialization, India’s economy is well on its way to harnessing the power of the world’s largest population. By converting poor and rural workers into low-wage low-skill workers in...
by Liam Smith | September 7, 2023 | History, Irrigation, Location, Uncategorized
Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery along the banks of the River Nile—an ancient structure that is now recognized as the oldest hydraulics system of its kind. Dating back approximately 4,500 years, this remarkable find provides a captivating glimpse...
