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|Key Question Description=The population size, poverty levels, dependence on river flow for agriculture, and electricity needs can make certain parts of a basin more compelling candidates for the benefits of hydropower. However, the issue is complicated at the transnational level when the hydropower electricity generation will benefit one marginalized population and disadvantage another marginalized population downstream.
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Case Description
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Geolocation: 29° 10' 7.6364", 92° 31' 41.3242"
Predominent Land Use Descriptors agricultural- cropland and pasture
Important Uses of Water Agriculture or Irrigation, Fisheries - wild, Hydropower Generation

Summary

Natural, Historic, Economic, Regional, and Political Framework

Issues and Stakeholders

China’s Zangmu Dam, which has eroded trust between China and India related to future hydropower development and dispute resolution. How will China, India, Bangladesh, and other basin stakeholders resolve future disputes related to hydropower?

NSPD: Water Quantity, Water Quality, Ecosystems, Governance, Assets
Stakeholder Types: Federated state/territorial/provincial government, Sovereign state/national/federal government, Local Government, Community or organized citizens

Hydropower development is a priority for China and India for both poverty eradication and national electricity needs. However, environmental as well as equity concerns are relevant to both countries.


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Key Questions

Hydropower Dams and Large Storage Infrastructure: What role(s) can hydropower play in a nation's energy strategy?

It can help a country supply “clean” energy without additional carbon emissions, which is particularly relevant in the case of China.



Hydropower Dams and Large Storage Infrastructure: What calculations and considerations should be investigated by countries looking to harness additional hydropower? Which potential outcomes should be investigated or identified?

Environmental impacts must be thoroughly assessed, lest the hydropower generation capacity be developed at the expense of water and ecosystem services that disadvantaged populations depend on, which can impact agricultural productivity and fishing on which these populations depend.



Hydropower Dams and Large Storage Infrastructure: Where does the benefit “flow” from a hydropower project and how does that affect implementation and sustainability of the project?

While the benefits of electricity generation can create a positive impact at the regional or national level, the disadvantages of hydropower generation (such as reduced river flow) can impact those populations living closest or downstream of a hydropower project.



Hydropower Dams and Large Storage Infrastructure: How do issues of equity and development impact the identification of stakeholders in cases involving hydropower or other revenue generating water infrastructure?

The population size, poverty levels, dependence on river flow for agriculture, and electricity needs can make certain parts of a basin more compelling candidates for the benefits of hydropower. However, the issue is complicated at the transnational level when the hydropower electricity generation will benefit one marginalized population and disadvantage another marginalized population downstream.



Transboundary Water Issues: How can mutual trust amongst riparians be nurtured? What actions erode that trust?

Data sharing and regular forums for communication and cooperation can foster mutual trust amongst riparians. Lack of transparency around infrastructure projects and data sharing can erode that trust.