Julie Andrews

Because of the Thames I have always loved inland waterways - water in general, water sounds - there's music in water. Brooks babbling, fountains splashing. Weirs, waterfalls; tumbling, gushing.

English Actress

A weir is an infrastructure element critical for managing rivers by regulating water levels.

Water Management

Weirs can affect ecosystems by changing habitats and influencing local wildlife.

Environmental Impact

In certain areas, a weir might be a known landmark or a part of historical significance.

Landmark Status

Weirs as fishing methods can be traditional, and differ in design across cultures.

Fishing Techniques

Weirs can be part of sustainable fishing, controlling overfishing in a water body.

Sustainable Fishing

Weirs have been used for centuries and are often mentioned in historical and archaeological studies.

Historical Reference

 It's had remarkable longevity and incredible scale. And it's an inspiration to me. And a photo of the weir is on our walls here at the Institute, to remind us of the promise and the challenge of building something meaningful. And to remind us that we're building systems

6 big ethical questions...

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