Water Sustainability Blog
News on the world's most precious resource, including the latest in research, trends, and treatment advances
The Nitrates Directive
The Nitrates Directive has been on the books in Europe for 30 years, but with nitrate pollution still a major problem, it’s attracting some new attention.
Is Desalination a Key to Africa’s Water Future?
Growing population and climate impacts, coupled with advances in RO desalination and renewable energy, are making desalination more viable in Africa.
Land Subsidence Threatens 21% of Major Cities Worldwide
A new study has mapped global land subsidence, affecting populations and the real estate sector. What can be done to slow the destructive process?
Planning Wastewater Treatment for Low- to Middle-Income Countries
When planning wastewater treatment for LMICs like Mali, success is more likely when management concerns are addressed at the beginning because most bottlenecks are managerial, not technical.
Nitrous Oxide 300 Times More Harmful Than Carbon Dioxide
Although 300 times more harmful to the climate, nitrous oxide emissions are significantly less debated than carbon dioxide or methane emissions.
Mapping the Impact of Sewage on Our Coastlines
A new high-resolution mapping analysis is shedding new light on how sewage from human sources impacts coastal ecosystems.
