Water filters on tap, in bottles, and as standalone pumps are easy and convenient tools that you can buy online or at most department stores. Unfortunately, emergency situations aren’t always as convenient. If you’re ever stranded without a filter and...
Cities across the globe are making the decision to become “water sensitive” as a result of the ever-increasing pressures of a growing population and the climate change that come with it. The water sensitive cities model attempts to combat challenges such...
Access to clean, sanitary water is a physiological need for survival. Whether you are hiking, camping, or need a clean, fresh water source, portable water filters are an easy and convenient way to ensure safe drinking water. Drinking water that has been contaminated...
Although oil is one of our population’s main source of energy, it also causes many issues. When mistakes are made that lead to an oil spill, our planet is put into serious risk. Oil spills can be caused by damaged offshore oil rigs, pipelines, or tankers. The damage...
The Dangers of Water Contamination Water contamination is a common problem worldwide. In the United States, cross-contamination of water easily occurs in agricultural regions. Rain washes animal waste, fertilizers and pesticides into nearby rivers, streams, lakes and...
Water has a way of getting around — it’s how nature designed it, ensuring that this precious liquid is distributed across the earth. However, when it becomes contaminated with toxic chemicals from human activities, this fluid mobility can be a...