water quality
America’s Rivers, Streams in Poor Aquatic Health
Streams and rivers in the U.S.
Beetle-Infested Forests Polluting CO Water
Infestations of mountain pine beetles in Colorado forests are contaminating the municipal water supply at nearby water-treatment facilities, according to a new study published in Nature Climate Change.
EPA App, Website Identify Health of Waterways
A new app and website by the U.S. EPA allows users to find information on the condition of nearby waterways, including lakes, rivers and streams.
U.S., Mexico Sign Border Environmental Agreement
The U.S. and Mexico signed the Border 2020 environmental program agreement last week, according to the U.S. EPA.
Green Infrastructure Can Reduce Stormwater Pollution While Saving Money
Green infrastructure can protect water quality and mitigate flooding while increasing energy efficiency, reducing energy costs, and improving public health, according to a joint report released by American Rivers.
EPA Tool Provides Watershed Water Pollution Info
A new tool released by the U.S. EPA allows anyone to easily search for and map information about water pollutants that are released into waterways from local industry and facilities.
Recycled Wastewater Is As Good As Drinking Water
With increasing strain on water resources in the Southwest from population growth and climate change, water managers are continuously looking for new ways to conserve water. A new report by the National Research Council finds no difference in the risk between current drinking water and highly treated recycled wastewater.
NM Gov Retracts Climate Change, Water Safety Regs