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Researchers apply for money to further study elevated manganese in Whitehorse groundwater

CBC

Researchers studying groundwater in the Whitehorse area have applied for more funding to focus on elevated manganese levels in the Whitehorse copper belt. Two new monitoring wells have already been installed in the copper belt area.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.

A Win for Farmers and Tribes Brings New Hope to the Klamath

Yale Environment 360

n the long-contentious Klamath River watershed, an experiment that turned a barley field into a wetland not only improved water quality. It also offered a path forward for restoring populations of two endangered fish species that are of cultural importance to Native tribes.   Click here to read the story.

Researchers uncover cause of uranium groundwater contamination

EurekAlert!

A new study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology and led by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health identifies the hidden geological mechanisms behind widespread uranium contamination in Eastern Karnataka, India, where 78 percent of tested groundwater exceeds safe drinking limits for uranium, and some groundwater uranium contamination reaches levels 75 times the U.S. EPA limit. Uranium exposure can affect kidneys, bones, and the liver, yet contamination often goes undetected.   Click here to read the story.

Calgary set to reintroduce fluoride to its water supply on Monday

CBC

Nearly four years after Calgarians voted in favour of reintroducing fluoride to their drinking water, the city is preparing to follow through on public support this week. The City of Calgary is planning to once again add fluoride to its drinking water, beginning Monday. Previously, the city added fluoride to its water for 20 years between 1991 and 2011, before council directed administration to discontinue the practice.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.

How building near Edmonton’s river could mean more housing and higher flood risk

CBC

A proposal to build several residential buildings up to 17 storeys, in the heart of Edmonton’s river valley, stands out in more ways than one. Beyond the height changing sight lines in the area, some Edmontonians also showed concern during community engagement because the structure lies within an identified flood plain.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.