The beach is Marco’s No.1 economic engine. If we flirt, what is the economic impact on tourism of having miles of muddy beaches? What is … The famous 490-page Harper report is overshadowed by one overwhelming recommendation: dredge the waterways and canals of Marco Island at a cost of $ …
Read More »Rebecca Drohan is the new Guardian of the Carolina Coastal Waters
Rebecca Drohan holds a water sample. Photo: Coastal Carolina Riverwatch Rebecca Drohan, who has been on the Coastal Carolina Riverwatch staff since 2018, is now the Coastal Carolina Waterkeeper. Coastal Carolina Riverwatch announced Monday that its board of directors had recently appointed Drohan, describing the role of Waterkeepers as the …
Read More »Northern Neck environmental law champion turns 88
By Karl Blankenship, Bay Journal News Service William Tayloe Murphy, Jr., a leading figure in Virginia’s environmental protection efforts who spearheaded the passage of many historic environmental laws, died on September 15. He was 88 years old. Murphy – widely known simply as Tayloe – was an attorney who represented …
Read More »“They screwed up our lake”: Oil sands pipeline sucks water from Minnesota watersheds | Oil sands
Along the eastern boundary of the White Earth Indian Reservation in northwest Minnesota, Anishinaabe wild rice harvesters Jerry and Jim Libby laid a row of wooden pallets in the mud just beyond the Upper Wild Rice Lake dock. It was a clear day and dense, lush clumps of green rice …
Read More »It’s time to share the bounty; Clean Your Freezer Next Weekend | Sports
The appeal never gets old, and the motto “Hunters who care, share” has been with us for over 25 years. Food for the needy among us is everywhere, and never as deep as it is today. Thousands of us go without a hot meal, not only on a daily basis …
Read More »No, stemming the Golden Gate won’t save the Bay Area from rising waters
As climate-accentuated storms continue to hit the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, causing historic and all too often fatal flooding, it is imperative that the Bay Area take note and begin planning for the dangers that the climate change will bring California’s coastal communities. The Bay Area is unlikely to face …
Read More »Tayloe Murphy, an environmental champion from Virginia, dies | People and society
William Tayloe Murphy, Jr., a leading figure in Virginia’s environmental protection efforts who spearheaded the passage of many historic environmental laws, died on September 15. He was 88 years old. Murphy – widely known simply as Tayloe – was a lawyer who represented a district in his native Northern Neck …
Read More »EPA Cancels Trump-Era Clean Water Guidelines Regarding Maui Decision (2)
The EPA is repealing fast-track guidelines clarifying the Trump-era Clean Water Act requirements for indirect water pollution, according to a memorandum from the agency posted online Thursday. The non-binding guidelines came in January, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Maui County v. Hawai’i Wildlife Fund in April 2020 that …
Read More »Q&A: Interview with Tess Gillham, Senior Design Director, Water
At Jacobs, we think differently about the future as today’s challenges demand innovative approaches to create a more connected and sustainable world. With a staunch commitment to the spaces we inhabit, both globally and environmentally, we continually re-energize our efforts to be responsible stewards of the natural world, while providing …
Read More »Mote Marine expands research on red tide in Sarasota County
Clams and prawns have found new homes at Mote Marine Aquaculture Research Park. In large reservoirs, they are the test subjects for the lab’s latest red tide research. The experiment aims to use technology to remove excess nutrients while preserving the environment. The water runs through the entire system, located …
Read More »Pennsylvania shouldn’t sit on federal clawback money as people are now drowning
When the Pennsylvania General Assembly took advantage of its last – and best – chance to inject billions of dollars into a fair recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, it left struggling Philadelphians to continue to fend for themselves. at a time when they needed help the most. Scooped out of …
Read More »Letter: Healthy Soils Key to Local Prosperity | Letters to the Editor
Shelley lenz Homegrown Prosperity captures the essence of investing in building sustainable and strong economies and communities. It is a formula for sustainable prosperity for all by connecting our major agricultural and energy economies, our communities, our small businesses and our future. As a public advocate of “local prosperity” as …
Read More »In matters of rights, who decides? | Letters to the Editor
I have questions. We live in a time of radical change in many aspects of our country, but nothing is more important than the idea of whether individual rights are more important than the rights of the whole. And who decides which rights are most important? Are my rights more …
Read More »Attorney General Bonta urges Biden administration to protect California waterways | State of California – Department of Justice
Expanding the Definition of “United States Waters” to Address Environmental Justice and Climate Change OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta and New York Attorney General Letitia James today led a multi-state coalition by submitting a comment letter urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the United States Army Corps …
Read More »An amendment would make drinking water a legal right
Dead fish line the shore of St. Pete Beach after a red tide on the Gulf of Mexico. COURTESY PHOTO A new approach to the quest for clean water based on a belief stretching back over a millennium may take place before Florida residents in the 2022 state ballot. The …
Read More »Virginia Governor Ralph Northam – August
Virginia Positions to Become a National Leader in the Offshore Wind Industry RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam congratulates the Business Network for Offshore Wind and the attendees of its International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum, a three-day global conference held in the Virginia capital with over 1,300 attendees. The conference marked the culmination …
Read More »Environmental justice advocates look to landmark $ 3.5 billion spending bill for bold action
Congressional Democrats and the Biden administration want to use their massive $ 3.5 trillion spending plan to help communities devastated by pollution and environmental degradation. For years, activists have pressed for the government to recognize what is called environmental justice, the broad movement to compensate communities that have suffered disproportionate …
Read More »Hurricane Henri Track Tracker LIVE – New York and Jersey affected by flooding as tropical storm makes landfall in Rhode Island
NEW York and New Jersey were both affected by flooding on Sunday when Tropical Storm Henri made landfall in Rhode Island. Henri made landfall at 12:15 p.m. ET in Rhode Island on Sunday – and strong winds from the storm left tens of thousands of homes without power and flooding …
Read More »Fish Tales: How Can Anglers Help Save Montana’s Ailing Trout? | Local News
Eddie olwell Courtesy photo EDDIE OLWELL Fish Eddie O In this summer of unprecedented drought, fire and heat, we are seeing firsthand the social and economic impacts of global warming. Two of Montana’s industries that depend on abundant drinking water, fly fishing and agriculture are particularly affected. Pastoralists are struggling …
Read More »EPA breached duty to review oil dispersant plan – court
The seal of the US Environmental Protection Agency at headquarters in Washington, DC REUTERS / Ting Shen The agency has until 2023 to publish a rule updating the criteria for the safest dispersants (Reuters) – A federal judge in San Francisco has ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency illegally failed …
Read More »Sherburne and Stearns lakes join Department of Natural Resources list
Sherburne and Stearns counties saw 10 lakes and rivers added to the Department of Natural Resources’ list of infested waters in 2020 and 2021. The aquatic invasive species found in these bodies of water were zebra mussels (seven bodies of water), Eurasian watermilfoil (three bodies of water), and multiple sclerosis …
Read More »Another drawdown of Lake Ocheda possible
The continued low water levels in the lake make it an ideal time for a second attempt, OOWD administrator Dan Livdahl told the board at a meeting on Tuesday. Livdahl said pulling the joists from the Lake Ocheda dam will only lower the lake’s level by one foot. “We are …
Read More »Tourism Operators Partner with Indigenous Nations to Clean Up British Columbia’s Shores
(Haida Gwaii / Wikipedia) The BC government and Indigenous nations, along with BC tourism operators, are teaming up to clean up marine debris along BC’s shores. Over 1,000 kilometers of British Columbia’s shoreline will be targeted to clean beaches and water from marine debris and litter. Three tourism operators will …
Read More »The best coastal destinations in South Korea
If you are planning to go on vacation to Korea this summer, be sure to visit at least one of the following coastal destinations! Korea is surrounded by water on three sides, giving it many beaches of various shapes and sizes that provide a welcome escape from everyday life. Since …
Read More »Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center launches campaign against prickly water fleas
This invasive species disrupts the natural food chain by devouring the micronutrients that support and grow native fish species, but in themselves provide no nutritional value. Once established in a lake, there is no treatment, chemical or otherwise, that can eradicate them, according to a statement. As a result, MAISRC …
Read More »As floodwaters recede, disease likely to be a concern for Maharashtra
Unsanitary and unsanitary conditions could lead to multiple epidemics, affecting the health of residents of flood-affected areas in Maharashtra Uddhav Thackeray, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, visits areas affected by flooding in the state. Photo: @CMOMahashtra / Twitter Western Maharashtra was hit by severe flooding in the last week of July …
Read More »Swimmer’s itch in Chippewa County: how to avoid, treat
After the Chippewa County Health Department issued an advisory on swimmer itching in parts of the county earlier this week, a health official gave advice on how to avoid and treat the itch of the swimmer. “Swimmer’s itch can occur in inland waters or the Great Lakes anywhere in Michigan,” …
Read More »What is alkaline water? Would that be okay with you?
What is alkaline water? Is it healthier than spring or tap water? Recent research suggests that alkaline water could offer specific health benefits, but medical and health experts say there could be potential dangers as well. What is alkaline water? Is it healthier than spring or tap water? Are there …
Read More »Cape Coral Fishing Charters shares water quality observations from Matlacha Pass
MATLACHA, Fla .– A few days ago, aerial photos showed algae floating in the Matlacha Pass. Pollutants have been a major concern not only for water quality experts, but also for wildlife. But how does this affect local fishermen? “We are having fun and are busy fishing all day!” “ …
Read More »When it comes to PFAS, can we handle the truth? – environment
United States: When it comes to PFAS, can we handle the truth? To print this article, simply register or connect to Mondaq.com. One of the most famous scenes from one of my favorite movies, A few good men, that’s when Colonel Jessup tells Lieutenant Kaffee that he “can’t stand the …
Read More »The Many Faces of AMD: Abandoned Mine Drainage Marks Thousands of Miles of Waterways Across Region | Outside
Two streams flow regularly to the north branch of the Susquehanna River in the same general area of âânortheastern Pennsylvania. One is stained such a bright orange that it can be seen via the Google Earth mapping system. The other is an inviting crystal – with no visible artificial coloring …
Read More »On the program: Atlantic tarpon, the “king of money”
Atlantic Tarpon. Photo: Robert Michelson The word “Tarpon” conjures up images of the tradition of fishing for large silver fish making dramatic leaps out of the water when hooked. Atlantic tarpons are actually closely related to eels. They may not look at all like their cousins ââin adulthood, but their …
Read More »Discover Lake Erie, and yes walleye is even better
ROCKY RIVER – I’ve been here long enough to remember the heyday of walleye fishing on Lake Erie, when Erie Dearie was king, charter boats numbered 1,200 and the lake had no gobies or zebra muscles. I also remember the time when people complained about the lack of walleye in …
Read More »DeSantis as “green governor”? More like ‘blue-green governor (algae)’
After the year we’ve had, many of us wish we could turn back time. But no one in Florida wants to go back to the devastating blue-green algae and red tide of the summer of 2018. Sadly, with recent reports of mass fish kills, guacamole-like water, record manatee kills and …
Read More »EPA Water Chief on Clean Water Guards – Online Review
WASHINGTON (AP) – To finally determine a sustainable definition of waterways eligible for federal protection under the Clean Water Act, the new water director for the Environmental Protection Agency said everyone affected by the problem will need to be involved. Radhika Fox recently spoke to The Associated Press about the …
Read More »Realtors® Shows Pride in Cleaning Florida Waterways | Events
Waterworks will join the fireworks in July, as realtors across Florida participate in the Florida Realtors® Clean Up Florida’s Waters project throughout the month. The statewide push encourages realtors and residents to join forces to pick up trash and clean up lakes, rivers, streams, retention ponds, bays, the Intracoastal Waterway, …
Read More »The Sea of Marmara, a Turkish “sapphire”, suffocates from pollution
BANDIRMA, Turkey – The Sea of ââMarmara, legendary for centuries for its blue waters and sparkling fish, runs along the shores of Istanbul. Its perfect shape inspired a 19th century historian to describe the ancient city as “a diamond set between two sapphires”. But the Marmara has been disgusting for …
Read More »EPA files complaint against Hauula landowner for unauthorized discharge
The United States Environmental Protection Agency today announced that it has filed a complaint against landowner Frank Alo for dumping fill material into wetlands without a required permit in Hauula. The discharge was made without authorization and in violation of Article 404 of the Water Sanitation Law. Under Section 404, …
Read More »ADEM Director: It Takes More Than Lawsuits To Protect Alabama Waters
This is an opinion column The recent heavy rains have brought to light one of the most common but extremely difficult to solve environmental problems: untreated or partially treated wastewater flowing into our rivers, lakes and streams. The influx of rainwater through cracked pipes or faulty manhole covers, and the …
Read More »Des Moines faces extreme measures to find clean drinking water
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – In the twilight just after dawn, Bill Blubaugh parks his Des Moines Water Works van, grabs a ladle and a few plastic bottles, and walks down a boat ramp to the river Raccoon, where he collects samples from a stream that runs through some of …
Read More »Reviews | Biden has the power to end this outrage and shut down Enbridge Line 3
Biden must stop construction of the Enbridge Line 3 oil sands pipeline that threatens the sources of the Mississippi as well as Lake Superior and other precious waters of Minnesota and Wisconsin, Ojibway treaty rights and the health of our planet. Pink images of electric buses and other infrastructure projects …
Read More »Boaters reminded to take action to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species | WFRV Local 5
GREEN BAY, Wisconsin (WFRV) – This holiday weekend, tens of thousands of boaters will take to the waters here in Wisconsin. And many environmental groups will meet them at the launching ramps, to ensure the safety of these waterways. At the Green Bay Metro Boat Launch – vital information is …
Read More »National parks could receive billions of dollars for transportation bill repairs
Legislation that was passed by the House of Representatives on Thursday would provide funding for bridge repairs in the National Park System / NPS case The United States House of Representatives has passed a transportation bill that includes nearly $ 2 billion for work on roads, bridges and transportation systems …
Read More »VES Land Trust participates in CBF Clean the Bay Day
To welcome new board members Robin Rinaca and Hank Badger, the VES Land Trust board hosted a cleanup challenge in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) Clean the Bay Day. âThe Board of Directors of VES Land Trust is dedicated to serving and conserving the East Coast community and …
Read More »Time is running out to comment on wild rice sulfate standards
EYE ON MINING – The debate over wild rice sulfate standards continues across Minnesota. On March 26 of this year, the Environmental Protection Agency partially approved and partially disapproved of the list of degraded waters in Minnesota’s Clean Water Act 2020. The federal agency said part of the Minnesota Pollution …
Read More »Entire California City Without Running Water – In Heat Wave – Press Telegram
By MELISSAMON TALVO | Cal Matters This is the situation of the recent water crisis in California. Droughts sent temperatures in the central valley to triple digits, destroying the only functioning well in rural areas of Tebiston in early June, leaving more than 700 residents out of the water. Frank …
Read More »Coalition of lawmakers sound the alarm over the Biden administration’s plan to redefine “United States waters” or WOTUS
Congressman Sam Graves (R-MO), member of the transport and infrastructure committee, joined the ranking member of the water resources and environment subcommittee David Rouzer (R-NC) and d ‘other senior Republican leaders to voice concerns about the Biden administration’s intention to rescind the Trump administration’s navigable waters protection rule. The recent …
Read More »The public has asked to avoid and report harmful algal blooms; 21 water bodies of the Wyo. impacted in 2020
Noxious algae bloom at Big Sandy Reservoir in 2020 (Wyoming DEQ) CASPER, Wyoming. – With the onset of the summer season in Wyoming, the public is urged to avoid and report any suspected harmful algal blooms and report any possible disease related to the bloom to state officials. “Cyanobacteria, also …
Read More »Letter: Congress should provide more funds to protect threatened and endangered species
As federal allocation decisions are made in Washington, DC this summer, many critical policies and programs will be considered. An important conservation element that must be included is increased funding for threatened and endangered species. Biodiversity is essential to our quality of life and to the health of our economy. …
Read More »DEP comments on the restoration project of the lower Guyandotte watershed plagued by agricultural runoff and faulty septic tanks | Energy and environment
The Lower Guyandotte River watershed, which spans parts of seven counties, has several hundred streams that do not meet water quality standards. West Virginia environmental regulators are collecting public comment on what they’re doing about this. The State Department of Environmental Protection will hold a virtual meeting via Zoom at …
Read More »When it comes to US waters, EPA believes eighth time will be the charm – Environment
United States: When it comes to US waters, the EPA believes the eighth time will be the charm To print this article, simply register or connect to Mondaq.com. This morning, Juan Carlos Rodriguez reports in Law 360 what EPA administrator Regan had previously suggested – that the Biden administration apparently …
Read More »Bloomington businesses continue cleanup after Friday night flooding
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Businesses along Kirkwood Avenue continued to clean and sanitize long after the flood waters receded on Saturday. Most customers served on Saturdays, but Kilroy’s on Kirkwood was still closed. Owner Kevin Fitzpatrick said he hopes to reopen on Tuesday. Fitzpatrick described the rising waters as “frightening and …
Read More »Gene Chague | Berkshire Woods and Waters: Wildlife offenders beware. Lawmakers are pushing Mass. to enter the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact | Sports
Bills introduced by state officials Lori Ehrlich, Ann-Margaret Ferrante, and Senator Michael Moore (H 904 / S 587) would enter Massachusetts into the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact, a network that aims to reduce poaching of wildlife through information sharing between states and reciprocal recognition of suspensions and revocations of fishing, …
Read More »Troutman Pepper Adds Former EPA Water Officer
Law360 (June 18, 2021, 4:52 p.m. EDT) – Troutman Pepper caught a former senior Trump administration official at the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Water, adding to his practice group on the environment and natural resources in Washington, DC Anna Wildeman is expected to join the company later …
Read More »Chelsea residents are already fighting for clean air, green spaces and now, protection from rising waters
“When we fight, we win!” At almost all manifestations, it is a common song; but in environmental justice communities, it’s a daily mantra. Fresh air, clean water, and healthy green spaces are commonplace in many communities, but not in most low-income communities and communities of color. For places like Chelsea, …
Read More »Hurricane Safety Tips for Pet Owners
The hurricane season lasts from June to November, with the The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predict above-average thunderstorm activity in 2021. Of course, we’re thinking about how to prepare for a weather emergency for our families, stocking up on non-perishable food, water, and making sure we have batteries …
Read More »Missouri AG denounces Biden’s EPA for “federal land grab” following reestablishment of water rule
EXCLUSIVE – Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt in a letter to the Biden administration on Tuesday condemned the “federal government land grab” by the Environmental Protection Agency for its decision to revise the Obama-era definition of “United States waters” (WOTUS). The letter comes after President Biden’s EPA and the Army …
Read More »Regarding US waters, the EPA thinks the eighth time will be the charm | Mintz
This morning, Juan Carlos Rodriguez reports in Law 360 what EPA administrator Regan had previously suggested – that the Biden administration apparently thinks the eighth time can really be the charm when it comes to the EPA’s efforts to determine the scope of Federal Clean Water Act by regulation. In …
Read More »Our gem: From flammable to exploitable: the United States Clean Water Act
The United States’ Clean Water Act of 1972 (CWA) resulted in dramatic improvements in water quality. It’s hard to believe how bad the water pollution was in previous decades. Cleveland’s petroleum-laden Cuyahoga River caught fire in 1969, as it had done 13 times since 1868. Three other rivers caught fire …
Read More »Just call for clean water | Editorials and columns
Finding a balance between environmental protection and development conducive to economic growth has always been the challenge of environmental regulation. The Trump administration was not interested in balance, however. He easily took away science-based environmental protections for the benefit of developers everywhere. Particularly egregious was the elimination of an Environmental …
Read More »Newark Rotary Brings Clean Water to Rural Mexican Community | New
NEWARK – The Rotary Club of Newark is partnering with Living Waters for the World to bring clean water, sanitation and economic development to the rural community of Tabi in Quintana Roo, Mexico. This is not the first water project for Newark Rotary in this region of Yucatán. In 2012, …
Read More »Back to the Future: EPA and Corps of Engineers Announce Intent to Restore Old Definition of WOTUS | Locke Lord LLP
On June 9, 2021, the US EPA and the US Army Corps of Engineers (collectively, the âAgenciesâ) jointly announced their intention to review and revise the definition of âUnited States Watersâ (WOTUS). The definition of WOTUS and the resulting extent of federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act is one …
Read More »EPA and Army Corps Propose to Repeal and Replace Navigable Waters Protection Rule | Best Best & Krieger LLP
Legal brief asks court to overturn 2020 rule restricting the scope of the Clean Water Act The United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers announced his intention revise the scope of the federal Clean Water Act by changing the definition of “United States waters”. The move, …
Read More »Watershed Well-Being: Clean Water Starts With Us All | Local News
Their roots stabilize the soil along waterways, reducing erosion. The trees provide shade for the stream which can help reduce the water temperature. The stabilization of the vegetation slows down the water so that it can better infiltrate the aquifer. They also help filter pollutants like nitrogen and phosphorus, while …
Read More »Reversal of the water rule deals a blow to agriculture
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today commented on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement of its intention to rescind the navigable water protection rule. âThe American Farm Bureau Federation is extremely disappointed with the announcement by the Environmental Protection Agency of its intention to rescind the environmentally conscious …
Read More »Biparty House caucus proposes alternative infrastructure plan after GOP talks fail in Senate
âDeveloped with Democratic and Republican lawmakers, this framework contains truly bipartisan policies that can form the basis of a comprehensive package of modernizing our country’s infrastructure systems,â Katko said in a statement. Lamb stressed the urgency of securing a bipartisan agreement to ensure that infrastructure projects involving “bridges, locks, dams, …
Read More »North Carolina’s river creatures win federal protection – Courthouse News Service
The US Fish and Wildlife Service has finalized protections for a salamander and small catfish that only live in North Carolina waters. Caroline’s mad cat, a type of catfish. (US Fish and Wildlife Service) RALEIGH, NC (CN) – Federal environmental regulators Tuesday finalized protections under the Endangered Species Act for …
Read More »EPA: PolyMet “may affect” Fond du Lac Band and Wisconsin waters
After a 90-day review, the United States Environmental Protection Agency gave the official “may affect” notification to the Fond du Lac band of Lake Superior Chippewa and Wisconsin on Friday. Now, the tribe and state have an opportunity to oppose the project’s Section 404 permit, which allows PolyMet to dump …
Read More »Presque Isle Station, Land Lighthouse Guide Boats to Erie | News, Sports, Jobs
Emily Matthews / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP The view from the top of the Erie Land Lighthouse, seen Monday May 10 in Erie. The Land Lighthouse will open to the public on May 22. PITTSBURGH – Two Lake Erie lighthouses have reopened for tours, and the reward for climbing their …
Read More »7 places where air quality sensors are most effective
Keeping the air in your home clean and free from pollutants is the job of an air purifier. Although combative, these devices are designed only to break down and destroy pollutants, not to analyze them. This is where an air quality monitor comes into the equation. Today’s leading air quality …
Read More »APIPP launches Invasive Species Awareness Week 2021
The Adirondack Park Invasive Plants Program (APIPP) and partners are kicking off this year’s Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW), June 6-12, with a free âLove Your Lakesâ workshop on Wednesday June 9 at 7 p.m. This online webinar will explore everything novice and experienced boaters alike need to know to …
Read More »Ride for the River returns | News, Sports, Jobs
Mike Jablonski, left, and Dave Swits greet each other as they near the end of their 30-mile bike ride around Wilmington and Jay during Ride for the River 2017, a benefit for the Ausable River Association. (Business photo – Justin A. Levine) WILMINGTON – The 10th annual Ride for the …
Read More »Algoma purchases new tool to keep Crescent Beach clean this summer | WFRV Local 5
ALGOMA, Wisconsin (WFRV) – With temperatures forecast to hit 90 plus this weekend, many people will likely be thinking about going to the beach. And the City of Algoma bought a new tool to keep its Crescent Beach safe and clean. On the sunrise side of the state in Algoma, …
Read More »Another step towards abandoning our fossil fuel habits
Federal approval of the first large-scale offshore wind project in US waters, Vineyard Wind I, is a milestone in America’s offshore wind journey. Last month Decision report (ROD) for the 800 MW facility south of Cape Cod brings us one step closer to our fossil fuel habit and embracing the …
Read More »Chemical freighter sinks off Sri Lanka, fouling rich fishing waters
A cargo ship carrying tons of chemicals sank off Sri Lanka’s west coast, its navy said on Wednesday, and tons of plastic pellets clogged the country’s rich fishing waters in one of the world’s worst marine disasters of its history. The government on Wednesday suspended fishing along an 80 km …
Read More »The infrastructure plan offers the possibility of opening the tap to improve water quality, access
While a sweeping federal infrastructure plan aims to improve the country’s water supply systems – from drinking water to wastewater to water harvesting projects, University of West Virginia scientists agree that access and quality remain a most pressing need for rural communities. Water researchers Emilie Garner and Jason hubbart said …
Read More »The achievable magic of fishing
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE STORY OF UP NORTH COVER Trout fishing, standing in the cold, clean waters they ask for, you wave the rod like a magic wand casting a spell – that ten o’clock, two o’clock stroke. You immerse yourself in the serenity, the hum of …
Read More »Dane County Receives $ 1.8 Million Water Quality Grant | McFarland Thistle
Dane County Department of Land and Water Resources (LWRD) received a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) – Resource Conservation Service Natural Resources (NRCS) for a five-year project totaling more than $ 1.8 million. The project is a partnership between Dane County, …
Read More »Marisa Frazier: Missouri Clean Water Commission fails to protect state waters | Notice
On Tuesday, May 18, the Missouri Clean Water Commission voted 5-1 to remove “perched water table” from the definition of “groundwater” in the design rules for concentrated feed operations. “Perched water” is the term for temporary bodies of water that accumulate below the Earth’s surface. It is water that cracks …
Read More »As summer approaches, New York’s forgotten waterfront
NEW YORK CITY – Summer weather is here and New Yorkers are ready to flock to the city’s beaches. But New York’s 14 miles of public beaches are just a drop in the bucket for city dwellers to swim, paddle, and otherwise enjoy. Many New Yorkers forget that the city …
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