David Spath, former California State Drinking Water Administrator from 1996 to 2006, reflects on the evolution of California's drinking water program. He began working for the State of California in 1972, just before the enactment of the Safe Drinking Water Act. Spath highlights the importance of the Safe Drinking Water…
The iconic Charles River, central to Boston's suburbs and urban landscape, faces significant environmental challenges, including the impacts of climate change. The problems such as flooding hit hardest in downstream areas that are often disadvantaged communities. Dira Johanif, with her roots in the diverse environments of Malaysia—from bustling cities to…
Hotel 27 is part of the water history of Greenville, Mississippi. It previously housed the Mississippi Levee Board and is named for the 1927 flood that devastated the town. President Herbert Hoover and other officials met in the building as part of the national response to the flood. Today a…
Should fluoride be in public water? Let’s ask Dr Aqua, our AI-generated expert: The global health and dental community, based on extensive research, supports controlled use of fluoride for its significant benefits in preventing tooth decay. More Dr Aqua: bit.ly/AskDrAqua #water #publichealth #dental #dentalhealth #ai #aigenerated #chatgpt
💧 H2O INTRO 🤝 Meet Shannon Hardy of Onondaga County Shannon helped with the creation of a water reclamation program to treat wastewater to a high level for use by a major microchip manufacturer that moved to upstate New York. She also credits the Duke University Nicholas School of the…
Water scarcity and groundwater overuse are driving land use dilemmas in California, particularly in agriculture. One promising solution gaining traction is multi-benefit land repurposing, which involves transforming unproductive farmland to capture rain, floods, and diverted water for groundwater recharge. These repurposed lands also provide various advantages for wildlife, recreation, education,…
Bruk Berhanu of Pacific Institute: Assessment quantifies vast potential to capture urban stormwater, volume equivalent to more than 90% of annual municipal and industrial water withdrawals. More: https://lnkd.in/eBekdnj9 Sponsored by 120Water #water #watersolutions #watermanagement #stormwater #stormwatermanagement
2024 is the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the landmark federal legislation designed to protect public health by regulating the quality of drinking water in the United States. This episode features a discussion with Alan Roberson, Executive Director of the Association of State Drinking Water Administrators.…
Public or private water systems? Ask Dr Aqua, our AI-generated expert. Her analysis leans toward public systems because of the belief that water is a human right, not a commodity. Public utilities tend to be more accountable and transparent, community focused, and attentive to impacts on the environment. All Dr…
Greg Pierce of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation: Study found wide variations in water bills for a basic level of consumption, even in neighboring areas. Reasons include system size, rate structure, and ownership type. More: https://innovation.luskin.ucla.edu/2023/03/29/variation-in-household-water-and-sewer-bills-across-4-u-s-states/ Sponsored by 120Water. Visit https://120water.com/ #water #watermanagement #watersolutions #environment
Throughout time the Mississippi River has always shifted its path to the Gulf of Mexico. When it threatened to jump course to the Atchafalaya River, the Old River Control Structure was built in Louisiana. This infrastructure keeps the Mississippi on its present course past New Orleans and prevents a shift,…
Mollicy Farms is the largest ever floodplain reconnection and reforestation project in the Mississippi River basin. Levees were breached so floodwaters from the Ouachita River can enter the 25 square mile area to reduce downstream floods, filter pollution, and provide habitat. Mississippi By Nature series supported by the Walton Family…
This massive, high-tech physical model of the lower Mississippi River allows scientists and students to test the impacts of projects on water and land along 190 miles of the river in Louisiana. Housed at Louisiana State University, it can simulate 50 years in just a few days and provide critical…
Gulf Corps is a workforce development program, with young adults getting experience in conservation and often entering environmental jobs. Projects can involve public access to nature, like this one in Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge in Louisiana Series supported by Walton Family Foundation and outfitted by Patagonia #water #watersolutions #watermanagement…
The indigenous people of Houma Nation live at the edge in coastal Louisiana. Their homes are increasingly threatened by encroaching waters and disappearing lands. Authentic consultation must be part of solutions, whether it involves nature based projects, traditional infrastructure, or relocation. Mississippi By Nature series supported by the Walton Family…
How can lost land be regrown on the Louisiana coast? By letting the Mississippi River do what it did before levees - flow into areas and deposit sediment. Construction is underway on the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion, a unprecedented project in the world. It will be a massive engineering structure but…
Mississippi By Nature This new series will explore the use of nature based solutions to help the iconic river and its communities, from the mouth in Louisiana to its source in Minnesota. The Mississippi is 2,440 miles long, has a watershed of 1.2 million square miles, and drains 40 percent…
Growing up with a strong fear of water doesn’t typically lead someone to a career in coastal issues. However, after grappling with this fear during childhood in India, Vidya Balasubramanyam found the courage to pursue a career in coastal resilience and environmental advocacy in the U.S. In this episode, Vidya…
The Kaweah Oaks Preserve in California's San Joaquin Valley is an example of multi-benefit land repurposing. It used to be unproductive agriculture land. It was reshaped to capture water and recharge groundwater. The land now also provides wildlife habitat and offer recreation and education for the local community. #water #watersolutions…
Should there be a human right to water? Let's ask Dr Aqua, our AI-generated expert. Her answer is an unequivocal yes. Because it is necessary for life and such recognition mandates that governments provide equitable access and drives policy, innovation, and cooperation. #water #watersolutions #wateraccess #watermanagement #humanrights #SDG6 #AI #aigenerated…
💧H2O Minute News💧 Alaina Harkness of Current: The Chicago-based water innovation hub has been awarded up to $160 million over 10 years from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop and grow a water-focused innovation engine in the Great Lakes region. More: https://lnkd.in/ghnrGm66 #water #watersolutions #waterinnovation #watertechnology #watermanagement #waterinfrastructure #chicago…
💧H2O INTRO 🤝 sTo Len sTo is an artist based in New York City who used a rowboat to create prints from the city's sewer overflows. He was also an artist-in-residence at Alexandria Renew and NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) where he helped the public better understand their work. Learn…
