Clean Waters

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 $ …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

(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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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,” …

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 …

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!” “ …

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 …

Two streams flow regularly to the north branch of the Susquehanna River in the same general area of ​​northeastern 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 …

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 ​​in adulthood, but their …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

BANDIRMA, Turkey – The Sea of ​​Marmara, 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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. “The Board of Directors of VES Land Trust is dedicated to serving and conserving the East Coast community and …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

“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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

On June 9, 2021, the US EPA and the US Army Corps of Engineers (collectively, the “Agencies”) jointly announced their intention to review and revise the definition of “United States Waters” (WOTUS). The definition of WOTUS and the resulting extent of federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act is one …

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, …

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 …

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. “The American Farm Bureau Federation is extremely disappointed with the announcement by the Environmental Protection Agency of its intention to rescind the environmentally conscious …

“Developed 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,” Katko said in a statement. Lamb stressed the urgency of securing a bipartisan agreement to ensure that infrastructure projects involving “bridges, locks, dams, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 “Love Your Lakes” workshop on Wednesday June 9 at 7 p.m. This online webinar will explore everything novice and experienced boaters alike need to know to …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …