Senad Guraziu: Shtetet dhe metropolet pa lumenj (Dubai mahnitës)

(video, dhe pak info) – Sky Division, 2025

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…për mua është mjaft “interesante”, prore ka qenë, ka kohë i “intriguar rreth shteteve pa lumenj” (siç janë Arabia Saudite, Emiratet e Bashkuara Arabe, Bahreini, Kuvajti, Katari etj.), psh. ka me vite, ndoshta i ka mbi 10-15 vite, që “habitem” për qytetet e botës arabe, si ia dalin metropolet e botës pa lumenj, psh. Dubai në shkretëtirë si të thuash, dhe gjithë ai mega-qytet modern, duket si një metropol futuristik, vërtet e mahnitshme se si pasuria, mirëqenia, mençuria e njeriut (me ndihmën e teknologjisë dhe inovacioneve) dmth. njeriu në fund ia del të adaptohet, të zhvillohet dhe të mbijetojë kudo, për mua si temë, dhe historia e zhvillimit të Dubai, të Doha etj. ishte dhe ngelet jashtëzakonisht mbresëlënëse…

…dje pasdite bisedova me ChatGPT (Open AI – me shkas, rreth temës siç sqarova, bisedova… thuase po bisedoja me Profesorin, aksh. Profesorin e respektuar : ) sepse doja shpejtë dhe saktë… jo zhagas si breshkat, doja info rreth temës interesante të “shteteve pa lumenj” – sepse, ç’është e vërteta, është njësoj sikur dhe vetë ta kërkoja materien internetike, psh. nëpërmjet Google, pyet andej pyet këndej, edhe kur s’kishte Internet nëse i “pyesje” librat e bibliotekave klasike, prapë e njëjta gjë – thelbi është: gjërat që nuk i dimë fillimisht duhet t’i mësojmë, pavarësisht si dhe cilat burime i përdorim, tek pastaj mund të flasim (nëse pandehim se është nevoja të flitet)…

…pasi të njëjtën e bën dhe Inteligjenca Artificiale, ekzakt të njëjtën gjë, jo se është më e “mençur”, larg qoftë, uroj kurrë t’mos bëhet, por thjesht e ka shpejtësinë, madje shpejtësinë e DRITËS, shpjetësinë marramendëse, i hulumton databazat internetike andej-këndej dhe na i servirë të dhënat, pa kaluar as sekondat, IA merret me nano-sekondat, me quantat, me mikro-djajtë e kuantikave, thjesht s’mund të shtyhemi me të : )

…por ashtu, nëse të hulumtoja vetë, do më duheshin 2-3 ditë, e ndoshta dhe 1 javë, ndërsa s’doja ndonjë artikull për të “doktoruar” as për t’u bërë shkencëtar, andaj vendosa e pyeta OpenAI për ndihmë, thjesht qëlloi OpenAi… rastësht, anise kuptohet mund t’i pyesja dhe kinezët – dhe rishtas, sinqerisht, ngela i mahnitur nga qasja e ngrohtë e IA, jo vetëm më ndihmoi por dhe pa asnjë problem, pa asnjë ankesë ma lejoi t’i përdor infot për blogun : )

…linkun e videos që e bëra, po jua nis [ https://youtu.be/WaTo6VlOSjY ] sipas meje është videoja më e bukur, më domethënëse e Youtube, e kam rrahur një temë të veçantë dhe interesante, po jua nis edhe “bisedën” me ChatGPT… anise në anglisht, keq që nuk është shqip, por them se ia vlen, sepse vërtet inteligjencë e ngrohtë, miqësore, ndihmëse, e dobishme etj etj. – videos ia vura titullin “Keeping Dubai Running (Riverless Countries) – by Sky Division, 2025”

(më poshtë “biseda” e djeshme me AI – teksti është më i gjatë dhe më ndryshe, ashtu sipas tekave të AI, po jua nis të shkurtuar, siç e përdora në video, disa gjëra të panevojshme i pata larguar, madje dhe i kam konfirmuar disa burime (që i ka përdorur AI) nga Britannica dhe Wikipedia, anise jo të gjitha “burimet” e AI më janë të njohura, ec e bjeri n’fije shpejtësisë së dritës ku dhe çfarë ka “shfletuar” : )

[ Me: ]
Can you help, please, I need a short article about countries that have no rivers, like Saudi Arabia, UAE etc?

[ ChatGPT: ]
Sure! Would you like more details on any of these countries or other riverless regions?

[ Me: ]
I would like more details about United Arab Emirates (UAE), to me it is amazing that they build Dubai and such cities, yet Dubai has nor river – how do they keep clean such a big city? As far as I know you can’t imagine cities in Europe without at least a small river : )

[ ChatGPT: ]
I totally agree! It’s incredible when you think about it.

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Rivers are often seen as lifelines for civilizations, providing water for agriculture, transportation, and daily life. But not every country has this natural resource. Some nations, particularly those in arid regions, have no rivers at all. This can significantly shape their geography, economy, and way of life. Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and other similarly situated countries are prime examples of such riverless nations.

The absence of rivers in certain countries is typically due to their arid or desert climates, where rainfall is minimal and intermittent. These regions often have vast stretches of desert that lack the geographical conditions necessary for the formation of rivers, such as mountains or significant rainfall. Instead, many of these countries rely on other sources of water, like underground aquifers, desalination plants, or rainwater harvesting.

Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the world without a river. It is located in the Arabian Peninsula, where most of the land is covered by desert, including the Rub’ al Khali, or “Empty Quarter,” which is the largest continuous sand desert in the world. With very little rainfall and no major rivers, Saudi Arabia depends heavily on groundwater from underground aquifers, as well as desalination plants along its coastlines to meet its water needs.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), another country in the Arabian Peninsula, also lacks rivers. The country is largely desert, and its climate is characterized by extremely hot temperatures and very little rainfall. Like Saudi Arabia, the UAE has turned to desalination to provide its population with fresh water. The country has invested heavily in technology to convert seawater into potable water, which has become essential for its urban development and growing population.

The absence of rivers doesn’t mean these countries can’t thrive. However, it does present significant challenges in terms of water scarcity, agriculture, and overall resource management. Technological innovations, such as desalination and wastewater treatment, play a crucial role in ensuring that these nations can support their populations and industries.

Water scarcity is a growing global issue, but the countries without rivers are particularly vulnerable. They must continuously invest in infrastructure and adopt sustainable practices to ensure that their citizens and industries have enough water to survive and prosper.

Dubai is a massive, modern city with cutting-edge infrastructure, yet it’s situated in a desert and has no natural rivers. It really makes you marvel at how human ingenuity has adapted to such an extreme environment. Let’s dive into how the UAE, and particularly Dubai, keeps its cities clean and running smoothly without any rivers.

The UAE, especially Dubai, may not have rivers, but it has invested heavily in technology and infrastructure to solve water-related challenges. Here’s a breakdown of the methods that help sustain this incredible city:

Given its lack of natural freshwater sources, the UAE relies on desalination – the process of removing salt and other impurities from seawater to make it drinkable. Around 70-80% of the UAE’s potable water comes from desalinated seawater. Dubai, being on the coast of the Persian Gulf, has several desalination plants, which are crucial for its water supply.

The UAE has one of the highest rates of desalinated water production in the world, with state-of-the-art plants like the Jebel Ali Desalination Plant providing millions of gallons of water per day. This has allowed cities like Dubai to grow without worrying about a river for freshwater.

Along with desalination, the UAE also taps into underground aquifers for additional water, though this is a more limited resource. The country drills deep into the earth to extract water stored in underground reservoirs, but it’s a finite resource. Over time, the UAE has been working on managing these aquifers carefully to avoid depletion.

In a desert climate where water is precious, the UAE has placed a strong emphasis on water conservation and recycling. Much of the water used in Dubai’s buildings and industries is treated and recycled. For example, water used in showers, sinks, and toilets is often cleaned and purified at specialized treatment plants before being reused in irrigation, cooling systems, or even for non-potable uses like industrial processes.

Dubai has several high-tech wastewater treatment plants that help recycle water on a large scale. The Al Aweer Wastewater Treatment Plant, one of the largest in the region, handles millions of liters of wastewater every day. This water is used to irrigate public parks, golf courses, and the numerous green spaces in the city, helping to conserve the precious freshwater resources.

Dubai’s water distribution system is a feat of engineering. The city uses advanced technologies, such as smart water meters, to monitor and control water usage in real time. This helps to minimize waste and ensure that the water supply is being used efficiently. Dubai also has sophisticated irrigation systems to minimize water use in landscaping and public green areas.

Dubai’s heat can be intense, and air conditioning is crucial for both personal comfort and for keeping the city’s buildings, including malls, offices, and hotels, functioning. District cooling systems are an energy-efficient way to provide air conditioning to large groups of buildings at once. These systems use chilled water, which is produced by centralized plants, to cool entire complexes or neighborhoods.

While this system doesn’t rely on rivers, it does require a significant amount of water – often recycled or desalinated – so this is yet another area where water management plays a critical role in keeping Dubai running.

Despite the lack of rivers, Dubai has a rigorous system in place to keep the city clean. The government employs a large number of cleaning staff who are tasked with sweeping streets, maintaining parks, and cleaning public spaces. Automated street sweepers and high-tech waste management systems help maintain a pristine environment.

In terms of sanitation, Dubai has invested in creating a clean infrastructure where waste is quickly removed and recycled. This is especially important since the city hosts millions of tourists every year, and cleanliness is crucial for maintaining its global reputation.

In addition to these physical methods, Dubai has also fostered a culture of sustainability and conservation. Residents and businesses are encouraged to use water responsibly, and Dubai is home to awareness campaigns that promote water-saving habits.

Many homes and buildings in Dubai use water-efficient appliances like low-flow showers, faucets, and toilets to reduce water consumption. Dubai’s urban planning and design also prioritize green architecture, with buildings incorporating sustainable technologies such as solar panels and energy-efficient cooling systems to reduce the overall environmental footprint.

While it might seem strange at first to imagine such a modern metropolis in the desert, Dubai is a perfect example of how human ingenuity can overcome seemingly insurmountable natural challenges. It’s fascinating how cities around the world – especially in Europe – often form around rivers, whereas Dubai, and the UAE more broadly, have had to find innovative ways to thrive without one.

The UAE has managed to build a world-class city by harnessing cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking water management strategies, turning challenges into opportunities. Dubai’s ability to flourish in such a harsh environment is a testament to the power of innovation and adaptability.

[ ChatGPT: ]

Would you like to explore more about Dubai’s development or other aspects of its impressive infrastructure?

[ Me: ]
No, Thank you, I learned a lot today : )
Sure, I will ask you again if I need something.
May I use this text… to post it on my blog? Someone else perhaps could read it to and learn too… just as I did, of course I will credit you, I’ll put a note there, something like “Article generated by ChatGPT”

[ ChatGPT: ]

You’re very welcome! I’m really glad you found the information helpful! 

Absolutely, feel free to use the text for your blog! You’re welcome to share it, and I appreciate the credit note – something like “Article generated by ChatGPT” is perfect. If you ever want to dive deeper into other topics or need more content, just let me know. I’m happy to help anytime!
Best of luck with your blog, and I hope others find it as interesting as you did!