www.independent.co.uk4 weeks agoLondonSadiq Khan pledges to make River Thames swimmable' within decadeMayor Sadiq Khan aims to make River Thames swimmable within a decade, facing challenges but with public support. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk1 month agoLondonLondon section of River Thames worst place for sewage'Open water swimmers in London are unhappy with the high levels of sewage, including items like condoms and sanitary products, in the Thames. Thames Water has faced criticism for contamination issues in the river, affecting events like the annual Oxford-Cambridge race. [ more ]
Austin Monitor1 month agoAustinAustin Water report shows few traces of 'forever chemicals' in drinking water - Austin MonitorLittle to no detectable traces of PFAS found in Austin's drinking water, verified by EPA tests. Only one PFAS compound, PFBA, was found in trace amounts within acceptable limits. [ more ]
Austin Monitor4 months agoAustinBarton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District installing two monitoring wells at Garrison and Zilker parks - Austin MonitorThe Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District is installing two new scientific monitoring wells in Garrison and Zilker parks. The wells will collect data on Edwards Aquifer water level, water quality, and the health of endangered species. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper2 months agoBrooklynFrustrated by lack of water quality data, citizen scientist Gary Francis monitors the Gowanus Canal himself * Brooklyn PaperMethane gas rings in Gowanus Canal are caused by human feces from overflow. Gary Francis monitors Gowanus Canal to highlight pollution issues. [ more ]
www.france24.com2 months agoFrance newsParis Olympics must have plan B' for Seine swimming events, open water champion saysAna Marcela Cunha calls for a 'plan B' for Paris Games due to poor water quality in the Seine. Health of athletes should take precedence over showcasing city beauty in open water events. [ more ]