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Women and Water Science

Posted by Joel Pelina on Aug 19th 2022

Women and Water Science

The science of understanding and improving water has existed for thousands of years, with records as far back as 15th-century BC Egypt depicting early water filtration methods. And although scienti …

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How Wildfires Contribute to Water Contamination

Posted by Joel Pelina on Aug 12th 2022

How Wildfires Contribute to Water Contamination

During the summer, high temperatures and drought conditions often lead to dangerous wildfires, particularly in the arid American West. Although the fires themselves pose a serious hazard to the peo …

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Facts About Saltwater

Posted by Joel Pelina on Aug 4th 2022

Facts About Saltwater

Over 70% of the planet is covered in water, and yet less than 1% of the Earth’s total water supply consists of available freshwater – that is, freshwater in rivers, lakes, or underground aquifer …

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Facts About America’s Water Infrastructure

Posted by Joel Pelina on Aug 1st 2022

Facts About America’s Water Infrastructure

How much do you know about America’s water infrastructure – the system of pipes, water treatment plants, and recycling plants that provide water to homes and communities across the country? Here …

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NSF: An Overview

Posted by Joel Pelina on Mar 4th 2022

NSF: An Overview

For every product on the market, there are competitors, each with their own particular benefits, aesthetics, and utility. In many cases, the average consumer may have a difficult time distinguishing b …

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The Connection Between Water Pollution and Cancer

Posted by Kenton Jones on Feb 2nd 2022

The Connection Between Water Pollution and Cancer

Some contaminants found in tap water can be hazardous because they are carcinogenic — they can cause cancer if you ingest them. Let's take a closer look at some of these contaminants and how drinki …

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