Berlin Faces Drinking Water Shortage Risk as Spree River Levels Drop Post-Coal Mining

Experts warn that Berlin's primary water source, the Spree river, could see drastic level declines once regional coal extraction ends, prompting debates over alternative supply strategies like tapping the Elbe.

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Berlin: Geht das Trinkwasser aus, wenn der Kohleabbau endet?

Das Trinkwasser der Hauptstadt stammt vor allem aus der Spree. Deren Pegel wird bald drastisch sinken. Manche Experten würden deshalb gern die Elbe anzapfen. Sachsens ehemaliger Umweltminister hält das für »den kompletten Wahnsinn«.

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Berlin Faces Drinking Water Shortage Risk as Spree River Levels Drop Post-Coal Mining

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