Author: Tim Schauenberg

The Miracle of Singapore’s Water Management With a population of six million people, Singapore shines as a vibrant, multicultural, and prosperous city-state. Despite being one of the most water-stressed countries globally, Singapore has successfully managed to meet the growing water needs of its population and economy, setting an example for the world in water management. Instead of relying on hard infrastructure, Singapore has adopted a “soft path” approach to water management. This approach focuses on using water efficiently, looking at new sources of supply, and preventing waste. The city-state’s efforts have been recognized by experts, such as hydrologist Peter Gleick,…

The Devastation of the Kakhovka Dam Explosion: Ukraine Seeks Justice for Environmental War Crimes The world was shocked by the horrifying images of the Kakhovka dam collapse in Ukraine on June 6, 2023. The explosion and subsequent flooding not only claimed lives but also caused extensive environmental damage, including significant oil spills and contamination from industrial waste. Ukraine is now pursuing a groundbreaking legal case against Russia for environmental war crimes, aiming to bring the issue to the International Criminal Court in The Hague. The country’s environmental authorities have recorded extensive destruction to forests, soils, and water sources directly linked…