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News tag: International

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Compare and contrast: The Race to Save Glacial Ice Records Before They Melt Away

Yale Environment 360 As glaciers melt around the globe, scientists are racing to retrieve ice cores that contain key historical records of temperature and climate that are preserved in the […]

Compare and contrast: Every water firm in England and Wales under investigation over sewage spills

The Guardian The water regulator is taking action against four more water companies, including Severn Trent and United Utilities, meaning every wastewater company in England and Wales is under investigation […]

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 […]

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.

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