The South-North Water Transfer Project is a massive infrastructure project in China that aims to transfer water from the water-rich south to the water-scarce north. It involves building canals, tunnels, and pumping stations to divert water resources over long distances.
Related terms
Water scarcity: A condition where there is insufficient freshwater available to meet the demands of a region's population and ecosystems.
Infrastructure: The basic physical structures and systems necessary for a society or organization to function. In this case, it refers to canals, tunnels, and pumping stations built for the South-North Water Transfer Project.
Sustainable development: Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. In this context, it relates to balancing agricultural production with environmental concerns during the implementation of the project.
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