Lake Urmia
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Japan Allocates ¥690 Million for Wetland Conservation in Iran
The Japanese government has announced a grant aid of ¥690 million (approximately $4.6 million) to enhance wetland management and bolster climate…
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by Elahe Seyfodin
Lake Urmia's Southern Shore Sees Rise in Migratory Birds
Cranes who have been included as on the endangered birds on the IUCN Red List are huge birds with long legs and necks, short tails, long wings,…
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Rebirth of Lake Urmia in Pictures
In the heart of Iran, nestled amidst the vast expanses, lies the captivating Lake Urmia. Once a vibrant expanse, it had fallen victim to the…
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Climate Change Lead to Drying-Up Trend in Iran's Freshwater Resources
International Climate Change Day, observed worldwide on October 24th, is a significant global occasion aiming at raising awareness about the…
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Heavy downpours raised the water level in Iran's Lake Urmia
Due to significant rains entering the lake through a recently established water transfer channel, the level of water at the imperiled Lake Urmia…
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Mega revival project of Lake Urmia inaugurated by Iranian president
Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi launched a mega project on February 24 to transfer water to Lake Urmia, raising hopes that the plan is expected…
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Iran planned total of 19 projects to restore Lake Urmia
A large project to transfer water to Lake Urmia in northwest Iran has reportedly begun a pilot phase, according to the Iranian Energy Ministry,…
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Lake Urmia to get revived in 2028
"One billion cubic meters of water will enter Lake Urmia this year, and the ecological level of this natural heritage will reach the required…
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By Elahe Seyfodin
Iran’s famous salt-water lake to be restored
Lake Urmia, located in northern Iran and shared by the provinces of West Azarbaijan and East Azarbaijan, was formerly the biggest salt-water…