Scientists express their concern against the plans of the construction of numerous dams in Albania and across the Balkans.
TheNewScientist.org gives an overview on why scientists and activists believe in the global significance of the biodiversity in and around the Vjosa River – the last free flowing river in Europe – and the reasons why the construction of eight planned hydro power plants should be halted.
On the World River Day, held in Tirana, they demanded a halt of these plans, until an environmental assessment according to EU standards has been conducted.
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