Compare and contrast: Floods fuelled 19% drop in income from farming in England in 2023
The Guardian Low yields combined with low prices for some crops also led to a 13% drop in farm output compared with 2022. Click here to read the story. […]
Compare and contrast: Targeted home systems to remove PFAS more cost-effective than system-wide solutions
Science Daily PFAS, the potentially cancer-causing chemicals known as ‘forever chemicals’, have become an increasing concern in home drinking water. Solutions to reduce the risk of exposure range from mandated […]
Compare and contrast: Why saline lakes are the canary in the coalmine for the world’s water resources
The Conversation – Australia When it comes to inland surface water bodies, saline lakes are unique. They make up 44% of all lakes worldwide and are found on every continent […]
Compare and contrast: As World’s Springs Vanish, Ripple Effects Alter Ecosystems
Yale Environment 360 Springs, which bring groundwater to the surface and support a host of unique species, are disappearing globally, victims of development and drought. Researchers are working to document […]
Calgarian organizes ‘awesome’ gift package for San Diego water officials
Global News There’s a new effort to bring a bit of well-deserved recognition to some people who have made a big difference after the major water main break in Calgary. […]
Compare and contrast: Thames Water placed in special measures due to significant issues
The Guardian Ofwat says UK’s biggest water company will come under extra scrutiny as it faces prospect of restructuring or temporary renationalisation. Click here to read the story.
Prep work underway for St. Mary Canal Siphon repair
CTV News On June 17, the St. Mary Canal Siphon north of Babb, Mont., suffered a catastrophic failure. The more-than-100-year siphon failed due to age. Prep work is underway to […]
Compare and contrast: Peering Inside the Pandora’s Box of Oil and Gas Waste
Inside Climate News A new book investigates what happens to the mountains of waste generated by the American oil and gas industry. Click here to continue reading
Compare and contrast: Rise in sewage pollution from Thames Water’s ageing treatment works
The Guardian Sewage pollution from ageing Thames Water treatment works that have not been upgraded increased last year, causing the company to again fail to meet its legal targets, according […]
Compare and contrast: Devastation as world’s biggest wetland burns: ‘those that cannot run don’t stand a chance’
The Guardian The Pantanal, the world’s largest wetland and one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, is on fire. Huge stretches of land resemble the aftermath of a battle, […]
