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Ireland's water dilemma: Protecting the River Shannon or powering the future?

Jan 31, 2025
As Dublin grapples with a water crisis, a proposed pipeline threatens the River Shannon's future. Tales from an 82-year-old shed light on the river's rich history. Friends reminisce about childhood adventures and the changing wildlife along the river. Tensions rise as urban demands clash with rural ecological concerns, while sustainability challenges loom over data centers' water and energy use. The podcast explores the delicate balance between development and preserving this vital waterway.
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