China starts construction of world’s biggest hydropower dam in Tibet
Summary
China is building a large dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet, which could become the largest source of hydroelectric power in the world. The project, which involves 5 hydropower stations, aims to support China's energy goals while also focusing on Tibet's local power needs and is expected to cost around $167.1 billion. India has expressed concerns about the dam's impact on downstream areas.Key Facts
- China is constructing a mega-dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet.
- The river is also known as the Brahmaputra in India and the Jamuna in Bangladesh.
- China's Premier Li Qiang attended the dam's start ceremony.
- The project includes five hydropower stations and is expected to cost $167.1 billion.
- This dam aims to support China's carbon-neutral goals and economic objectives in Tibet.
- India has raised concerns about the dam's effects on downstream areas.
- China's government claims the project will not harm downstream countries.
- The Yarlung Tsangpo is a high-altitude river important to Tibetans.
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