Source Water Contamination

51. How Ohio's Farmers Are Fighting Nutrient Pollution 5/19/2022

    As we enter warmer months and ideal water conditions for surges in toxic algal blooms, the agricultural industry in one heavily impacted state may demonstrate fundamental solutions to the problem.

52. Government Accountability Office: More Needs To Be Done For COVID-19 Wastewater Surveillance 4/29/2022

    As wastewater analysis has proven to be a critical tool for tracking and combating new outbreaks of coronavirus, a legislative branch tasked with evaluating efficacy now says improvements must be made.

53. Vegetable Ally Could Turn Tide In War Against Microplastics 4/29/2022

    Recent university research has identified an unlikely tool for battling one of source water’s most challenging nemeses.

54. Study Finds PFAS At Higher Levels After Wastewater Treatment 4/19/2022

    A new study has underscored the complexity of treating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), one of the country’s most prolific and widespread water contaminants, while highlighting the futility in attempting to address the problem at wastewater treatment facilities.

55. This St. Patrick's Day Tradition Has Consumers Worried About Source Water Quality 3/14/2022

    As St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated across the country, cities like Tampa Bay and Chicago are preparing to dye local source waterbodies a festive green. And that leads many consumers to wonder if this flashy tradition is damaging our source water.

56. U.S. Navy Receives $350M To Address Hawaii Fuel Spill 3/1/2022

    A massive influx of federal funding has been earmarked for addressing a highly controversial drinking water contamination issue in one of the country’s most pristine regions.

57. Pervasive Western Drought Exposes PFAS Contamination In Groundwater Sources 2/8/2022

    The ongoing water scarcity throughout much of the Western U.S. has revealed many larger trends affecting drinking water and wastewater treatment.

58. How A New Jersey Water Official Uncovered The Source Of 1,4-Dioxane In A Major National Supply 2/1/2022

    Years ago, a dangerous drinking water contaminant was found in one of the country’s most significant source water supplies. And now it’s come to light that, were it not for a dedicated local water official, the source of this contamination could have remained unchecked due to gaps in regulation.

59. Innovative Tech Leverages The Power Of Bubbles To Reduce Growing Water Pollution 1/31/2022

    As the damage being done to natural resources, particularly source-water bodies, continues to grow, more innovative solutions will be needed to protect wildlife and, ultimately, our drinking water. Now, a new solution leveraging a seemingly simple process has emerged to do just that.

60. Wastewater Leak In Mexico Pollutes U.S. Beaches With Untreated Sewage 1/14/2022

    A cross-border wastewater issue has prompted international fact-finding, forced beach closures, and caused significant harm to the environment.