The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently revising the rules that decide which waters get protection under the Clean Water Act. This act has been keeping our waters clean for over 50 years. The EPA's new focus seems to be on boosting the economy, rather than just protecting the environm
Southern California's waterways might soon see less protection. The EPA is redefining what counts as "waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act. This change could mean more pollution in the region's flood control channels, which might no longer be seen as protected waters. The EPA's ne
CHS, a major agricultural company, recently faced a hefty fine. The reason? They were caught releasing toxic wastewater into the Yellowstone River. This isn't just a small mistake. It's a big deal because the river is home to many plants and animals. The fine was given by the Environmental Protecti
Water pollution is a big problem. Harmful metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium often end up in our water. These metals can come from factories and other industries. They can hurt people, animals, and the environment. Scientists are working on ways to find these metals in water. One cool method us
Winter in Minnesota brings snow and ice, but it also brings a problem: too much salt. This salt ends up in our water and hurts wildlife. So, what's the fix? Chicken grit. Chicken grit is small, hard bits fed to chickens to help them digest food. It turns out, it's also great for traction on icy sid
Offshore oil platforms release a lot of water back into the sea. This water can contain chemicals that don't break down easily. These persistent chemicals can harm the environment for a long time. Scientists needed a better way to find out what's in this water and how dangerous it is. They came up
In a recent study, the Pocotaligo River in Sumter, South Carolina, was found to have the highest levels of PFAS contamination among 22 waterways tested across the United States. PFAS, known as "forever chemicals, " are synthetic substances that persist in the environment and the human body, posing s
Water pollution is a big problem. Scientists are always looking for new ways to clean it up. One recent discovery is a special material called Mn-Co-BTC@MOF/S-MXene. It's made by combining different chemicals and has been tested to see how well it can remove lead from water. This material was check
Water pollution is a growing problem. Harmful algae blooms are on the rise. These blooms produce toxins. One such toxin is microcystin. It is dangerous for humans. It can cause serious health issues. Liver damage and cancer are possible. Detecting microcystin is not easy. Traditional methods
Water is life. But what if the water we drink is full of harmful stuff? That is a scary thought. This is why finding out if water has too many bad things in it is super important. Scientists have come up with a clever way to do this. They have made a special glowing tool. This tool can spot tw
