不丹水电工程师：在传统与环保间发电
High in the eastern Himalayas, a young engineer named Pema climbs a mossy hillside to inspect a small hydroelectric turbine. Unlike the giant dams of other nations, Bhutan's hydropower plants are often modest, designed to work with the landscape rather than overwhelm it. These engineers are not just technicians; they are guardians of a national philosophy that values Gross National Happiness over raw economic growth.
Bhutan is one of the world's few carbon-negative countries, meaning it absorbs more CO₂ than it emits. Hydropower supplies nearly all of its electricity, and much of that power is exported to neighboring India, providing a vital source of revenue. But building dams in the fragile Himalayan ecosystem requires careful planning. Engineers like Pema must balance energy needs with the protection of forests, rivers, and endangered species.
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