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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Texas: it became the sixth state to gain federal authority, but opened a debate about the state of water

Texas has gained federal authority for underground carbon storage projects, becoming the sixth state to do so, which has sparked a debate regarding water allocation and environmental impacts.

Mar 21 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The incredible story of the three brothers who managed the feat of rowing 15,000 km from Peru to Australia

Three brothers, Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean, embarked on a challenging journey, rowing over 15,000 km from Peru to Australia to raise funds for clean water projects in Madagascar.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Morocco is expanding 17 power plants, dams, and channels to bring more water inland, reduce drought pressure, and maintain supply until 2030

Morocco is implementing significant water management projects to combat severe drought and ensure water supply into the future.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Without waiting for the rain to return, Morocco decided to pump seawater and convert it into potable water: 17 plants are already operating and 9 more are planned for 2030

Morocco is accelerating large-scale desalination projects to address severe water shortages, planning to operate 17 plants and build 9 more by 2030.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Tallinna Water Renovates Record Amount of Piping

Tallinna Water is undertaking a record renovation of its water, sewage, and stormwater piping systems, with significant projects aimed at reducing flooding risk in various areas of the city.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Nordea's chill water on many necks: Housing prices will not rise yet

Nordea projects that housing prices in Finland will continue to decline this year before increasing next year, amid concerns about demand potentially being weakened by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 12 โ€ข 08:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bursting of Sabesp reservoir leaves one dead and ten injured in Sรฃo Paulo

A burst water reservoir in the Greater Sรฃo Paulo area resulted in one death and injuries to ten others, highlighting the dangers posed by construction projects.

Mar 12 โ€ข 00:45 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Government Intervenes to Address Delays in Water Infrastructure Projects

The South African government is prioritizing the completion of delayed water projects to combat water scarcity issues, particularly in Gauteng.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Kogi opens bids to select consultants for new water projects

Kogi State has initiated a bidding process to select consultants for various water projects aimed at improving water supply in the region.

Mar 4 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: FACE Africa Dedicates 71 Latrines and Two Water Projects in Rural Bentol

FACE Africa has dedicated 71 latrines and two water projects in rural Bentol, Liberia, significantly improving local water and sanitation infrastructure.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 3.5 million dollars were donated by an anonymous donor to a Japanese city hall: What will the money be used for?

An anonymous donor has given 21 kilograms of gold bullion worth over 3.5 million dollars to a Japanese city hall for critical infrastructure projects.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

TasWater lays out 'consequences' if water price hike demand not met

TasWater is advocating for a significant water bill increase, warning of potential consequences for infrastructure and environmental projects if their demands are not met.

Feb 24 โ€ข 02:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Do Water Management Agencies Contradict Themselves? Two Lists of Investments and Major Confusion (Which We Clarify)

Poland's water management agency has published two conflicting lists regarding water reservoirs and hydroelectric projects, raising questions about their policies.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Step by Step: Qatar Charity Quenches the Thirst of Children in African Villages

Qatar Charity has initiated projects to provide clean water to children in African villages, who often have to walk long distances to access contaminated water sources.

Feb 21 โ€ข 17:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

EU millions support green-blue infrastructure of cities

The article discusses the EU funding for green-blue infrastructure projects in various Polish cities aimed at improving water management and biodiversity.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Nairobi.. A โ€˜Firmโ€™ Egyptian Message Rejecting Unilateral Measures in the Nile Basin

Egypt has called for cooperation among Nile Basin countries and announced a new funding mechanism of $100 million to support dam projects amid rising water tensions with Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Tank built at a cost of 6.5 million starts leaking as soon as water is filled

A water storage tank in Uttar Pradesh, built at a cost of 6.5 million rupees, started leaking shortly after its completion, raising concerns about the integrity of government water projects.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in New York: Hochul celebrates a $3.8 billion investment for key infrastructure

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $3.8 billion investment in vital water supply and sewage infrastructure projects.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: Huge Indian Dam Projects Warn of Escalation with Pakistan

Global media sources warn that large-scale dam projects in India could lead to heightened tensions with Pakistan.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

News in New Mexico: the state announced 26 million dollars for brackish water projects

New Mexico announced an investment of over $26 million to fund brackish water projects, aiming to enhance water security and diversify water sources amid climate challenges.

Feb 15 โ€ข 00:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Aktor - Suez MoU in Water Management

Aktor and French company Suez have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on water management projects in Greece, focusing particularly on drought mitigation.

Feb 12 โ€ข 05:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Water scarcity: The government plan for water and the 'war' of the companies

The article discusses the Greek government's efforts to address water scarcity through a significant investment plan while highlighting the competitive landscape among local and international companies involved in these projects.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tarcรญsio's administration holds public consultation for water security projects

The Sรฃo Paulo government extends the public consultation for its water security project for the PCJ river basin until the 25th of this month to gather community suggestions.

Feb 8 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Burkina Faso: Unpaid Water Bills Will Lead Directly to Public Works

Burkina Faso's ONEA warns that unpaid water bills will result in citizens being assigned to public works projects.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Action by Modi Government as Indus Treaty is Suspended: Tender Issued for Dam on Chenab

Following the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan, the Modi government has initiated important infrastructure and energy projects on the Chenab River.

Feb 8 โ€ข 07:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for New York: Kathy Hochul announced an investment of 453 million dollars for water infrastructure projects

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a significant investment of 453 million dollars in water infrastructure projects, aimed at enhancing drinking water and wastewater systems across the state.

Feb 8 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Building Respecting Water

The article discusses Mexico's rapid infrastructure development and raises the critical question of whether these projects are mindful of water conservation, highlighting both troubling impacts on water bodies and ecosystems as well as calls for more sustainable practices.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Zadar will be the center of the largest EU projects for marine protection and blue economy for six years

Croatia has become the regional hub of the European EIT Water community of knowledge and innovations, marking its first time as a regional coordination center within the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) for marine protection and the development of the blue economy.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:19 UTC

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