Compare and contrast: Drawing water from dry air
Science Daily A prototype device harvests drinking water from the atmosphere, even in arid places. Click here to read the story.
Flushing the ‘ick’ factor
CBC Sewage as drinking water? It’s one secret weapon as North America seeks solutions to a water crisis. Click here to read the story.
Compare and contrast: Could lead overcome reverse current and advance a green hydrogen economy?
Science Daily Researchers developed a catalyst that enhances the stability of alkaline water electrolysis systems. Click here to read the story.
Compare and contrast: Smart soil can water and feed itself
Science Daily A newly engineered type of soil can capture water out of thin air to keep plants hydrated and manage controlled release of fertilizer for a constant supply of […]
Sask. government researching water quality with ag tech
The Western Producer A new research project from Saskatchewan government is focusing on technology with ag tech company FarmSimple. Click here to read the story.
Compare and contrast: New solutions to keep drinking water safe as pesticide use skyrockets worldwide
Science Daily Water scientists have proposed a more effective method of removing organic pesticides from drinking water, reducing the risk of contamination and potential health problems. Click here to […]
Compare and contrast: Scientists call for ‘major initiative’ to study whether geoengineering should be used on glaciers
Science Daily A group of scientists has released a landmark report on glacial geoengineering — an emerging field studying whether technology could halt the melting of glaciers and ice sheets […]
New study recommends ecosystem approach to managing Great Lakes
Water Canada In contrast to traditional natural resource management that fosters autocratic decision-making, an ecosystem approach champions collaboration and empowering stakeholders, says a UWindsor researcher. Click here to read […]
Alberta’s water conservation and management system needs major fixing, auditor finds
CBC The auditor’s team reviewed the system under the Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas from Jan. 2019 to Nov. 2022. They found three main areas the province is lacking: […]
Cutting-edge technology detects nanoplastics in water–instantly
Water Canada A McGill-led research team has developed the first real-time, on-site technology capable of detecting and deciphering nanoplastics from all other particles in water, a capacity akin to being […]
