Category: Rivers

Drought Threatens a Vital Economic Artery in the Heart of Europe

The New York Times – Business:
The Rhine conveys vessels and cargo that power European industry. Record low water levels are disrupting supply chains, adding costs and presenting fresh risks to growth.
A Hiker Confronts His Fear of Heights at Ausable Chasm in Upstate N.Y.

The New York Times – Travel:
A jittery hiker signed up for a via ferrata tour on the cliffs of an Adirondacks gorge. Here’s what he learned on the ledges, rungs and exposed bridges.
The Fragile Hope for Salmon Recovery in Maine

The New York Times – Business:
A long-term project to remove or modify dams may clear the way for endangered wild Atlantic salmon to swim freely up to the Sandy River. But it faces opposition from business and lawmakers.
How to Prepare for Your First River Cruise

The New York Times – Business:
As cruises gain popularity among travelers, here’s what to know before setting sail down a river.
Hydropower Is Getting Less Reliable as the World Needs More Energy

Demand for power is growing fast, but hydro plants, the oldest source of clean energy, are struggling because of droughts, floods and other extreme weather linked to climate change.
The Global Climate Leadership Vacuum

The United States is largely absent from the United Nations climate negations in Brazil. So who is stepping up?
6 Floating Hotels Where Gentle Waves Will Rock You to Sleep

Leave your worries on the shore at resorts in places like an azure Caribbean bay, a crystal-clear Cambodian river and a pristine Thai lake.
Searching for Hellbenders, North America’s Largest Salamanders, in Appalachia

These rare salamanders, which can grow to over two feet long, lurk in the wild rivers of Appalachia. To spot one, you’ll need a snorkel, and some luck.
Is ‘Reef-Safe’ Sunscreen Really Better for the Environment?

Here’s how to protect your skin and the environment this summer.
Paddling the Wild River in New York’s Backyard

The Delaware is the East’s longest undammed river, a bit of wilderness that runs through heavily populated states. An annual paddle is an opportunity to explore it.
Amid Sewage Spills and Rising Prices, Calls to Nationalize Water in England

Four decades after privatization, calls to nationalize the water industry have swept across England and Wales amid sewage spills and rising household bills.
Kyoto from the Water: Sacred Sites and Sun-Dappled Canals

The Japanese city is famous for its temples and gardens, but it is laced with waterways that can offer a different, and no less enchanting, view.