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Lob Nor in 1987 and 2020
Filename: 913_03_PO09368.jpg
Size: 4961 x 3507 (4.2MB)
Date: 7th June 2023
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Planet Observer/Universal Images Group
Country: China
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Lob Nor in 1987 and 2020
Color satellite image of Lob Nor in 1987 and 2020
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Media ID 37178702
Aerial View China Mining Potassium Satellite View
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print showcases the drastic transformation of Lob Nor, a once thriving saltwater lake located in China's Xinjiang region. The color satellite image captures the stark contrast between Lob Nor in 1987 and 2020, highlighting the impact of human activity on this natural wonder.
In the 1987 image, Lob Nor appears as a vast expanse of shimmering blue water surrounded by lush green vegetation. The lake was a vital source of water for local communities and supported a diverse ecosystem teeming with life. However, over the years, extensive mining activities for potassium extraction have taken their toll on this fragile ecosystem.
By 2020, the effects of mining are clearly visible in the image. Large swathes of land surrounding Lob Nor have been stripped bare, leaving behind scars that mar the landscape. The once vibrant blue waters have receded significantly, leaving behind dry salt flats where aquatic life once thrived.
This print serves as a powerful reminder of our impact on the environment and underscores the importance of sustainable practices to preserve our planet's natural beauty. It is a testament to how quickly human intervention can alter even the most remote corners of our world.
Through this aerial view captured by Planet Observer/Universal Images Group from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are given an opportunity to reflect on our relationship with nature and strive towards creating a more harmonious balance between development and conservation.
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