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The ‘fog oases’ in the Atacama Desert, Chile’s new strategy against drought

The **Atacama Desert**, not only is the driest on the planet, but due to **climate change** it is expanding towards the south of Chile. Its natural border is the north of the Coquimbo region, but **the most severe drought...

The world’s darkest skies threatened by an industrial project in Atacama

The European Southern Observatory (ESO) has warned that an "industrial megaproject" threatens the skies over the Paranal Observatory in the Atacama Desert in Chile, considered the darkest in the world and one of the most important "astronomical treasures." The project...

Solar Panels in the Desert: From Promise to Disappointment

One of the major energy projects that captivates the entire world is the impressive **Guanchoi Photovoltaic Park**, the second largest operational park in **Chile**. This park is located in the **Atacama Desert** and boasts around 9000 **solar panels**. ## Technology...

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The link between climate, biodiversity, and water: Protecting ecosystem services in South America.

In recent years, unprecedented forest fires have devastated various regions of the world affecting ecosystem services. This includes Australia...