Cleaning the Canals of Venice: Community Efforts to Restore History and Combat Pollution
Venice cleans its canals using dredging, scrubbing, and manual debris removal. This process restores the canals to their original depth. Canal maintenance includes isolating sections with cofferdams. Regular cleaning improves water quality, enhances aesthetics, and acknowledges the historical significance of these waterways. Pollution poses a significant threat to the city’s fragile ecosystem. Industrial waste, plastic, … Read more