Health and Environment
Renewable Energies and Human Rights / Bahar Abbasi
With a general look at human rights laws and international and regional conventions, it can be understood that the concept of human rights has become closely and increasingly linked to the right to a healthy environment and sustainable development. With the process of industrialization in the world and its consequences such as increased environmental pollution, […]...
Read MoreBook Introduction: Will Climate Change Catch Countries Off Guard? / Morteza Hamounian
Today, the world is in the process of transitioning from the dominance of fossil fuels to alternative energies; energies that can preserve nature and not pollute it. The back cover of the book also states that “the book not only introduces each type of renewable energy – hydro, solar, wind, geothermal, and ocean energy – […]...
Read MoreGholamreza Shariati Andarati, a representative of the parliament, in an interview with Simin Ruzgard: It is not possible to consider everything that has happened in dam construction in the country completely defensible.
According to him, the main cause of tension and problems in Khuzestan province is definitely the issue of proper water management. However, he also believes that not all problems can be attributed to water management in this province. Given the repeated dam constructions in the past three decades in the country and considering the recent […]...
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Created By: Simin RouzgardMajid Elhami in conversation with Ali Kalai: We feel that there is a plan in place that Khuzestan does not see prosperity and development.
He says that in his opinion the main issue is dam construction. He is not aware of several existing dams on the Karun River for water control. In his opinion, this is “a kind of water storage and transfer.” The monthly magazine “Peace Line” in this issue, considering the recent protests in Khuzestan province and […]...
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Created By: Ali KalaeiThe syndrome of restlessness in the era of neglecting environmental assessments / The harmonious melody of Koosar.
When talking about the dams built on the rivers of Iran, you should be careful; make sure your words do not question the sanctity of these structures; dam construction has become so sacred for some groups in Iran that they consider any criticism as blasphemy and want to destroy your reputation. Dam construction has become […]...
Read More“Forgotten Earth, the death of the land; truths about the death of Iran’s land / Sam Khorshrooifar”
These days, when we talk about the environment in Iran, everyone immediately thinks of drought and water scarcity; an undeniable phenomenon resulting from corrupt management and exacerbated by climate change, which is taking away our ability to live in this land as Iranians. But there is another tragedy that is perhaps less talked about: the […]...
Read More“Water crisis on women’s shoulders / Goddess of Safety”
For women, the water crisis is a personal issue. This is because girls and women are primarily responsible for obtaining clean drinking water, preparing food, and maintaining the hygiene and cleanliness of their families on a global level. Women and girls face numerous risks in obtaining water; they must travel long distances, are at risk […]...
Read MoreWhere is the source of the crisis of “water”? / Ahmad Alavi
The “water crisis” has now turned into one of the major economic, environmental, and socio-political crises in Iran. This crisis did not occur suddenly and unexpectedly, but it is the result of a historical process over the past four decades. Reckless consumption and non-compliance with scientific standards, as well as lack of investment in restructuring […]...
Read MoreThe Social and Environmental Impacts of the Construction of Sardasht Dam / Mohammad Momenzadeh
The dam is one of the largest structures created by humans. The purpose of dams is to generate electricity, store water, and control floods. Dam construction has impacts on downstream areas and even the climate. Four years have passed since the construction of the Sardasht Dam. The construction of the Sardasht Dam has had impacts […]...
Read More“The Relationship between Dam Construction and Public Dissatisfaction in Khuzestan / Bahar Abbasi”
Peaceful protests by the people of Khuzestan against reckless dam construction and water crisis began on Friday, July 16, 2021. These protests were met with violence by law enforcement and security forces, resulting in the death of at least 10 young protesters and the arrest and injury of hundreds more. Some also tried to portray […]...
Read MoreKermanshah; Water shortage and environmental destruction / Keyumars Amiri
The vast province of Kermanshah, with an area of 25009 square kilometers, which is one and a half percent of the total area of the country, has been ravaged by the most merciless enemy, oppression and plunder, over the past 42 years and has been turned into a dry and barren land. Kermanshah is facing […]...
Read MoreThe widespread psychological and social consequences of torture and political-social pressure in Iran. / Translator: Nima Naserabadi
Abstract. Background: Political violence and suppression can have complex psychological effects on society as a whole. Since access to reliable data in countries where oppression and suppression are prevalent is not easy, the process of studying and researching in these countries is difficult. Methods and Prospects: Authors have considered integrating data from Iran, the experiences […]...
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