Water Sustainability Blog
News on the world's most precious resource, including the latest in research, trends, and treatment advances
Study Estimates Microplastics Consumption
Americans are ingesting significant numbers of microplastic particles, and bottled water drinkers are getting the worst of it.
Study Finds Carcinogens in CA Drinking Water
A recent study, using a new assessment methodology, has identified a startling cancer risk in California drinking water statewide.
Microplastics Found in Colorado Rain
While researching an unrelated question, a USGS researcher just discovered something unexpected in the Colorado rain: Plastic!
Can Texas Floodwaters Be Used for Aquifer Recharge?
A UT research team says there is enough storage space in depleted Texas aquifers to store two-thirds of Texas’ stormwater.
Airport Water Use, Reuse, and Conservation
Airports use a lot of water, from cleaning runways to operating restrooms, but there are also many ways that they can decrease their water footprints.
Australia Facing Drought Again
Australia is facing a drought the likes of which has not been seen since the Millennium Drought.