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...
Every year, Earth Day occurs on the 22nd of April. It is a day to bring change to our actions in how we treat our environment and to raise awareness to policymakers. The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970, and since has since been recognized internationally by...
For the last several decades, acid rain has been an environmental hazard. The following brief blog will discuss what acid rain is and highlight the potentially adverse impacts the phenomenon can have on human health. Acid Rain Defined Also scientifically classified as...