Peace Corps

Fog's Bounty: Harvesting Water From Fog

Who would have thought you could harvest water from fog? In Cape Verde, Peace Corps Volunteer Nathan Lee worked with community members to use this innovative technique to help provide fresh water for arid areas of the island. Join Nathan for a virtual tour of the fog collection project and the beautiful scenery of Monte Gordo National Park.

Nathan Lee, Cape Verde
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Filmed and narrated by Peace Corps Volunteer Nathan Lee, Cape Verde, 2007–2009. Transcript

Special thanks to Monte Gordo Natural Park and the Cape Verde Protected Areas.

  

Additional Resources

Slide show: How to Construct Fog Catchers
Video: Interview with Ecotourism Guide (in Creole with English subtitles)
Lesson: Fog's Bounty: Harvesting Water From Fog

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