Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Short on fresh water, North Africa turns to desalination for water security

Nile

Water security was key concern for Egypt to have on the agenda at the COP27 conference as the Nile River dries up. Desalination, an expensive and energy-intensive way of turning sea water into a potable source for use, is one of the cornerstones of the region's response to water scarcity.



source https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/desalination-water-scarcity-climate-adaptation-cop27-1.6650939?cmp=rss

Why the popularity of drones means civilian technology is ending up on the battlefield

UKRAINE-CRISIS/AIRDEFENCE

An engine found in a military drone downed in Ukraine belonged to Bombardier Recreational Products-Rotax, the Canadian company has confirmed. Civilian products like these that have dual uses pose a challenge for export controls meant to limit the use of military technology.



source https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/canadian-engines-drones-ukraine-1.6651614?cmp=rss

Democrat Katie Hobbs wins Arizona governor's race, defeating Trump ally

Katie Hobbs

Democrat Katie Hobbs was elected Arizona governor on Monday, defeating an ally of Donald Trump who falsely claimed the 2020 election was rigged and refused to say she would accept the results of her race this year.



source https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/katie-hobbs-governor-arizona-1.6651724?cmp=rss