Compare and contrast: To design better water filters, engineers look to manta rays
Science Daily Studying the filter-feeding mechanism of mobula rays, engineers developed a new design for industrial cross-flow water filters. Research shows the filter-feeders strike a natural balance between permeability and […]
Calgary moving ahead with water fluoridation, expected completion in early 2025
CTV News The City of Calgary is currently commissioning its upgraded water treatment equipment with plans to reintroduce fluoride into the water supply on track for early 2025.Calgary’s work comes […]
Prince Rupert has Canada’s 3rd busiest port and a growing economy. So why can’t residents drink its water?
CBC City says boil water notices will keep happening as it works to replace century-old water system. The longtime resident says boil water advisories in the North Coast city have […]
Record Great Lakes temperatures: What they mean for Ontario’s snow season
The Weather Network At the end of November, the Great Lakes are sitting in record-breaking territory. Find out what this means for lake-effect snow for the remainder of fall and […]
Compare and contrast: Urban Stormwater Management Using Nature-Based Solutions: A Review and Conceptual Model of Floodable Parks
EconPapers Academic paper: a systematic review of floodable parks was performed to study 1) conditions needed for implementation, 2) design, and 3) connection between design and ecosystem services. Floodable parks […]
Compare and contrast: Kenya launches China-supported bamboo agroforestry initiative to manage floods
Ghana News Agency The project is designed to control flooding, enhance climate resilience, improve food security for local communities, and restore the ecological health of the Nzoia River, a major […]
Compare and contrast: In Wales, we’re one more flood away from another disaster like Aberfan
The Guardian It is only a matter of time before a mountainside is brought down. We need climate adaptation help – and we need it now. It’s “raining old ladies […]
Compare and contrast: Thousands across the UK battle floodwaters after Storm Bert causes widespread disruption
EuroNews Green Among the hardest-hit areas were parts of Wales, where authorities issued over 40 flood warnings after floods were reported in several towns over the weekend. Click here […]
Compare and contrast: In Patagonia, more snow could protect glaciers from melt but only if greenhouse gas are curbed emissions soon
Phys.org “The study underscores the need for deep emission cuts to protect glaciers, which is vital to limit global sea-level rise,” Troch said. The researchers also modeled what would happen […]
Compare and contrast: Satellite images reveal hidden retreat of Arctic glaciers
Earth.Com The Arctic plays an increasingly important role in global discussions about rising sea levels and the threats they pose to coastal areas around the world. With this in mind, […]
