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fromNature
3 days ago

How citizen science can help to solve the global freshwater crisis

Citizen science empowers communities to monitor freshwater quality, producing large-scale data that enables accountability, education, and collective advocacy against pollution.
#sewage-pollution
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

John Lewis estate supplies bottled water after pollution contaminates village supply

John Lewis has provided bottled water to Longstock residents after high nitrate levels made local supplies unsafe. This issue stems from fertilizer pollution affecting drinking water.
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

It's National Water Quality Month: Budget-Friendly Bathroom Upgrades To Save the Planet

Low-flow fixtures reduce water consumption and improve water quality.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Should L.A. look to 'sponge cities' to solve its flooding problem?

Bangkok's new public park aims to address flooding and water quality issues through sponge city design principles.
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Why Your Water Tastes Different Depending On The Water Bottle Material - Tasting Table

Water can taste different due to the material of the bottle it is stored in. The interactions between the water and the bottle's material affect both the quality and taste.
Food & drink
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

These 3 European Countries Just Tied for the Cleanest Lakes and Rivers, Report Finds

Bulgaria, Greece, and Romania have the cleanest inland waters in Europe, with all sites rated top.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

San Mateo County navigates immigrant fears as it attempts to improve water issues

County officials urge Pescadero residents to report unsafe drinking water and emphasize that reporting can be done confidentially without questions about immigration status.
Public health
Fundraising
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

MrBeast leads online creators in $40 million fundraiser to build better quality water projects worldwdie

Online creators, led by MrBeast, are raising $40 million for global water quality projects through #TeamWater.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

What Can You Do About Nonpoint Source Pollution?

Nonpoint source pollution is the leading cause of water quality issues in the U.S.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

High levels of E.coli found at Lake Tahoe beach after sewage leak

High levels of E. coli detected near Lake Tahoe's Camp Richardson Resort prompt public warnings to avoid recreational waters.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

These are the beaches closed in Mass this weekend, and why

According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's interactive beach water quality dashboard, 25 beaches will be closed this weekend. Most of the beach closures are at ponds and lakes.
Miscellaneous
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Arkansas one of several states weighing fluoride ban

Fluoride is a natural mineral. It strengthens teeth and fights dental decay. It's been added to the U.S.'s public drinking supply since the 1940s.
Public health
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Heat, lack of oxygen likely caused fish to die in a west-end Toronto pond: province | CBC News

The die-off of fish in Topham Pond is attributed to high temperatures and low oxygen levels.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Jersey Shore Beach Has the Clearest Water in the State-and It's the Cleanest, Too

According to The Natural Resources Defense Council, 35 New Jersey beaches were able to meet water quality standards 98% of the time over the last five years.
Travel
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Road shut for 15 weeks to install reservoir barriers

Work to install 180m of crash barriers around Grand Junction Reservoir in Hampton, Richmond, will lead to a 15-week closure of a key road stretch.
London
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

These Massachusetts beaches are closed as of July 2

Local health officials in Massachusetts monitor bacteria levels at over 1,100 beaches, with testing frequency determined by the beach's risk for water quality issues.
Canada news
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Even if we stop drinking we will be exposed': A French region has banned tap water. Is it a warning for the rest of Europe?

PFAS contamination in local tap water has led to France's largest drinking water ban affecting children and vulnerable groups.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Waterdrop A2 RO Hot Cold Water Dispenser Review: Clean Water Meets Contemporary Design - Yanko Design

Walking into a kitchen with the Waterdrop A2 feels like discovering a secret that everyone else missed. This isn't your grandmother's clunky water filter; it's a masterpiece that happens to purify water.
Coffee
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Where to find Toronto's best swimming spots this summer | CBC News

Toronto's beaches have high water quality standards and resources to check safety before swimming.
Miami food
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Florida Beach Has the Highest Bacteria Rates in the State

Park View Kayak Launch in Miami Beach is deemed a 'bacteria hot spot', unsafe for swimming due to extreme pollution.
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

Manhattan's public beach has sand-but no swimming allowed

The five-acre Gansevoort Peninsula features sandy beach vibes and river views, yet swimming is prohibited due to pollution from nearby sewage overflows.
NYC politics
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists discover toxic 'forever chemicals' in 98% of UK rivers

Trifluoroacetic acid has been found in 31 of 32 river samples across the UK, raising serious concerns about human reproduction.
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Here's why you can't swim at Manhattan's newest beach

The main reason for the swimming ban at Gansevoort Beach is poor water quality due to nearby combined sewer overflow pipes that release sewage during heavy rain.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | Trump's War on Nature Is Up Against a Powerful New Resistance Movement

The Klamath River's restoration signifies a major ecological success following the removal of four dams, critical for salmon and watershed health.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Pebble Beach Company launches historic clean water initiative to protect Carmel Bay

Pebble Beach Company partners with environmental nonprofits to improve Carmel Bay water quality through a historic Clean Water Act permit for golf course discharges.
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago

Richmond Boils Over

I'm deeply grateful to the residents and businesses for enduring this unexpected boil water advisory. Residents and businesses expect better, and I am as committed as ever to finding the problems and fixing them.
Right-wing politics
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Absolute Best Water To Use For Iced Coffee (And Why It Matters) - Tasting Table

Filtered water is essential for brewing iced coffee, as it significantly impacts the flavor and quality of the drink.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Here are California's dirtiest beaches. Take a look before you take a dip

Santa Monica Pier's beach ranked second dirtiest in California for water quality issues, raising health concerns for beachgoers.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Suffolk County is full of crap - but taxpayers just flushed $3.8M into solving the problem

"We're addressing this crisis with sewer systems that don't just pump wastewater out to the ocean or the Sound - but systems that actually treat it properly and help protect our aquifer."
NYC politics
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

It's official: 6 of the UK's dirtiest beaches for water quality are near London

The report by Holiday Park Guru highlighted beaches with poor water quality, using Environment Agency data, awarding 'Brown Flag Awards' to 19 contaminated stretches of coast.
London food
Wine
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

World's largest winery is threatening Fresno drinking water, city officials say

E. & J. Gallo Winery has been ordered to halt excessive wastewater discharges due to toxicity risks to Fresno drinking water.
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Does Your City Use Chlorine or Chloramine to Treat Its Water?

Chlorine and chloramine are intentionally added to water systems for safety, despite public concerns and an industry of filters for removal.
#health
#fluoride-ban
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Warning UK rivers are toxic chemical soup' as all now plagued by sewage

UK rivers are severely polluted with sewage, raising urgent ecological and health concerns.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How Much Land Is Enough? N.Y.C. Ends Buying Spree of the Catskills.

New York City protects its drinking water by purchasing extensive Catskills land, but restricts local development opportunities.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Oakland Teens Push School District To Act On Lead In Drinking Water

Oakland high school students launch Project Nemo to demand lead-free drinking water amidst health risks from contamination, especially affecting communities of color.
UK news
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Britain's dirtiest beaches revealed - as popular counties top the list

England's dirty beaches have increased as the number of Brown Flag beaches rises from 13 to 19 in just one year.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Inside the Mysterious Silver Boxes on New York City Streets

Hundreds of cast-iron boxes, often unnoticed by passers-by, serve as vital water sampling stations in New York City maintained by the Department of Environmental Protection.
NYC food
Gadgets
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

7 Best Shower Filters 2025Protect Your Hair and Skin

High-quality shower filters can improve your shower experience by removing chlorine and heavy metals.
Environment
fromFast Company
4 months ago

South Florida gets its drinking water from the Everglades-but it's increasingly under threa

Everglades restoration is essential for ensuring clean drinking water supply in South Florida.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Campaigners find sewage pollution and E coli in Boat Race water

The water quality along the Thames for the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race is poor due to high E coli levels from sewage pollution.
Public health
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Thousands of Water Systems Across US Have Dangerous Cancer-Causing Chemicals

Dangerous water contaminants affect millions across the U.S., exposing them to serious health risks through trihalomethanes found in drinking water.
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