Belo Monte megadam in the Amazon lowlands of Brazil (IMAGE)

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

Belo Monte megadam in the Amazon lowlands of Brazil

Caption

The location, size, and design of a hydropower dam determine its effects on the environment and ecosystem services that people rely on. Here, the recently constructed Belo Monte megadam in the Amazon lowlands of Brazil.

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runo Batista/ VPR

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