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  • This Week in Water for October 27, 2019
    Climate Catastrophe is Coming and Americans Could Face a Grim Future, Says the U.S. Army. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water.
    A new study from the U.S. Army War College warns of blackouts, disease, thirst, and starvation without serious investment in infrastructure.
    Many of the 600,000 bridges in the U.S. are threatened by rising temperatures from climate change, according to a new study.
    There are growing signs that e-cigarette devices and their pods could be a huge environmental issue.
    Seven women working in the South Pacific Ocean call themselves the "Fantastic Grandmothers."
    Just in time for Halloween, a fish with sharp teeth that can walk on land and survive out of water for up to four days is now found in 14 states.
    7 min
  • Gambling on Colorado's Water Future—A Debate on Proposition DD
    Colorado completed its first ever Water Plan in 2015 in an effort to balance the needs of a growing state population against a likely reduction in water supply with climate change. The Colorado Water Plan laid out broad objectives to close the gap between demand and supply—without any way to pay for its recommendations. In November, Colorado voters are being asked to approve Proposition DD that would tax sports betting as a funding mechanism. Jamie Sudler of H2O Radio moderated a half-hour debate that aired on KGNU with Curtis Hubbard of the Yes on DD campaign, and Gary Wockner with the Coloradans for Climate Justice Committee, established to oppose DD.
    29 min
  • This Week in Water for October 20, 2019
    Airplanes from Algae? It could happen. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water.
    Algae gets a bad rap for toxic blooms but the microorganism could be cleaning up its image by way of two new promising innovations.
    Is antibiotic use in livestock affecting soil health?
    They're calling them "stormquakes."
    Freshwater mussels that live in rivers are dying, and scientists aren't sure why.
    This country is so hot, they're air conditioning the outdoors.
    7 min
  • This Week in Water for October 13, 2019
    Fake Grass May Lead to Real Problems. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water.
    Getting the lead out? Environmental groups say new EPA rule does not go far enough.
    Former EPA officials are asking for an investigation into whether the agency has abused its authority.
    A new study shows that fast-food packaging is harmful.
    Artificial grass may eliminate the need for watering, mowing, and pesticides—but could pose risks.
    How to keep your cool in a blackout.
    7 min
  • This Week in Water for October 6, 2019
    Three environmental groups are asking a federal court to order the government to consider tearing down Glen Canyon Dam.
    One in five households rely on septic systems and many of them could be impacted by climate change.
    A new gel-like fluid has been developed that might help prevent wildfires.
    Scientists have developed a non-toxic water repellent for textiles.
    If it's blue, it’s safe to swim. If it’s pink, think.
    7 min
  • This Week in Water for September 29, 2019
    Two New Dams Are Proposed on the Little Colorado River. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water.
    The latest IPCC report says the planet has warmed 1 degree Celsius above the pre-industrial era and that oceans are "taking the heat."
    A proposal to generate electricity on the Little Colorado River is being severely criticized.
    Farmers of California's Central Valley are turning to a new crop in order to adjust to water scarcity.
    One day, your bar of soap could be made from corn cobs, barley husks, or rice straw.
    There's a toe-tally new way to get a pedicure.
    7 min
  • Digging Deeper Into Sedimentation
    America’s reservoirs are filling up with sediment. A leading expert at the Bureau of Reclamation says reservoir sedimentation is like cholesterol in your arteries. You can feel fine until you have a heart attack or stroke....
    6 min
  • Damned From the Start—Many U.S. Reservoirs Could Be Rendered Useless—And That Was Part of the Plan
    We’ve heard about the deteriorating status of American infrastructure and most imagine crumbling bridges and potholed roads. But there’s another looming infrastructure crisis that’s getting little to no attention—and it will eventually impact everyone: America’s reservoirs are filling up with sediment. Their storage capacity peaked in the 1980s and it’s been going downhill ever since—sometimes with disastrous consequences.
    6 min
  • This Week in Water for September 22, 2019
    Researchers Break Down Forever Chemicals in 100 Days. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water.
    Slow-moving tropical cyclones like Imelda are becoming more frequent.
    A surprising result in the latest report card that describes how well countries are doing in meeting their Paris Agreement targets.
    New research suggests that global warming will put human brains at risk.
    A relatively common soil bacterium might degrade the strong chemical bonds of PFAS compounds.
    It's probably risky to wash your hands with this water.
    7 min
  • This Week in Water for September 15, 2019
    Trump’s Border Wall Is Sucking Up Desert Water. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report about water.
    Water is needed to construct Trump's border wall with Mexico—and they're using precious groundwater.
    The Trump administration rescinded a rule that was intended to protect drinking water and the environment.
    The Trump administration will seek to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska to oil and gas exploration.
    The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California approved a $5 million pilot project that will capture stormwater before it flows to the ocean.
    This airline encourages you to BYOB.
    7 min

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