In Andalusia, in the dry region of southern Spain, people’s lives have traditionally been determined by water – a scarce commodity, known as “liquid silver” by the Moors. Nowadays, farmers, scientists and conservationists are working together to save the treasure of Andalusia for the future. They’re both rediscovering ancient knowledge gained over centuries and employing state-of-the-art technologies to protect unique natural landscapes.
Hardly a drop of water makes it to the estuary of Colorado. Once it reaches Mexico, after its journey through the Rocky Mountains, the Grand Canyon, and Nevada, the river is dry – and has been for decades. The demand for water in its catchment area is just too big. But conservationists are now wo...