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Balancing Climate Goals: Mekong Challenges
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The article explores the dilemma between climate mitigation and adaptation in the Mekong River region, where hydropower dams disrupt sediment flow vital for climate resilience. It underscores the risk posed to the Mekong Delta's productivity and stresses the significance of sediment replenishment for delta sustainability. Moreover, it advocates for the adoption of cost-effective wind and solar energy as substitutes to hydropower to meet climate targets while safeguarding adaptation initiatives.
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How can policymakers effectively balance environmental preservation and energy needs in regions like the Mekong?
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