Takshashila Geospatial Bulletin | #12 Medog Mega-Dam 2.0: Renewed Insights on Risks & Impact

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TL; DR

  • The Medog dam’s undisclosed details and lack of data sharing poses serious risks to downstream water security and ecological stability.

  • The Yarlung Tsangpo basin is already experiencing stress, affecting both the quality and availability of water.

  • Given the region’s climate vulnerability and disaster risks, China should permanently reconsider and abandon the project.

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