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Iran Builds Machine to Purify Wastewater Using Nanotechnology
A graywater purification device, which is made based on nanostructured ceramic membranes, was recently unveiled in a nanotechnology exhibition in Tehran.
Iran’s Underground River to Help Ease Water Problems
A lawmaker says Iran’s energy ministry and vice presidency for science and technology are carrying out a project in Iran’s south-eastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan to ease the region's water problems using an underground river.
Persian Architecture in Photos: Yazd Water Museum
Kolahdoozha House or the Water Museum of Yazd is famous for its astonishing Qajari architecture and other unique features.
Even Underground Tunnels Used to Get Married in Iran!
One of the oldest and strangest traditions in Iran was to hold wedding ceremonies between widows and underground water tunnels called qanats.
“Iran’s Power Cuts Not Linked with Paris Climate Agreement”
An Energy Ministry official has rejected claims by opponents of the Rouhani administration that the recent power shortage across the country is a result of Iran’s fulfilment of its obligations under the Paris Climate Agreement.
Major Project Inaugurated to End Water Crisis in Southern Iran
A huge water transfer project named Ghadir II became operational in southern Iran on Wednesday night, ending the residents’ water problem after long time.
Iranian Minister Says No One Killed in Khorramshahr Protests
Iran’s interior minister says the Saturday protests in the south-western city of Khorramshahr have left no casualties, appearing to deny reports by western outlets that the demonstrations have left several people dead.
Water Shortage in Southern Iran Turns into Crisis
The poor quality of drinking water in southern Iran, particularly the south-western province of Khuzestan, has triggered protests in recent weeks.
Iran Rejects Rumours of Exporting Water to Kuwait
Iran's energy minister says the country has no plan or decision to export water to other states amid the ongoing water tension.
Fresh Rainfall Revives Iran’s Moribund Lake Urmia
Increasing rainfall has breathed new life into Lake Urmia which has been on the brink of drying up.
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