Water scarcity has become an ever-growing issue for humanity. Water covers approximately 70% of our planet, but only 3% of the worlds water is fresh water. Of that 3%, two-thirds of that water is tucked away in frozen glaciers. As such, there over a billion people who lack access to clean water. Couple that with…
What’s Going on With Missouri’s Groundwater?
Groundwater, while invisible, is an important and vital water source for humanity. In fact, did you know that it provides drinking water for as much as 50% of the global population? It also accounts for 43% of the water used for irrigation of crops. Sustainable management of groundwater is of the utmost importance for humanity. …
Below Average Runoff Expected to Continue Upper Missouri River
If you haven’t heard, the Missouri River has below average runoff and this trend is expected to continue in the following months. This is due to the lack of snow accumulation in both the plains and the mountains coupled with low soil moisture. “The runoff in February was less than predicted, and we expect…
Are Lead Pipes Contaminating Our Drinking Water
Many Missouri residents and office buildings are hooked up to water with lead pipes. While this may not sound too alarming off the bat, it absolutely is. According to an article from the St. Louis NPR site, Missouri has some of the highest numbers of lead pipes in the United States. In fact, the Natural…
How Bad is the Western Water Drought?
There’s been a water drought in the West for years…. But how bad is it? According to an article in the New York Times, it’s the worst we’ve had in 12 centuries! In fact, a more proper name for this phenomenon is megadrought! Which States Does the Wester Water Drought Affect? The megadrought is…
- « Previous Page
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- …
- 31
- Next Page »
