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What You Need To Know About PFAS Chemicals in Rainwater

Analies Dyjak @ Monday, July 26, 2021 at 6:06 pm -0400

Researchers across the country have begun studying the presence of PFAS chemicals in rainwater. This phenomenon comes at a time when Congress and health officials are making important decisions about this toxic contaminant. PFAS or ‘forever chemicals’ are now believed to be present in all major U.S. water supplies. Our team discusses everything you need to know about the most recent research and what PFAS in rainwater means for you.

Why Does My Tap Water Taste Like Dirt?

Drought landscape with shallow water in background

Analies Dyjak @ Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 7:45 pm -0400

Reports that drinking water tastes "earthy" or like "dirt" has become more frequent, especially in areas affected by drought and with significantly reduced surface water levels. This is most commonly caused by geosmin, a chemical that's not toxic or harmful at levels in drinking water, but causing an unpleasant taste. Click to learn more.

Drinking Water Supplies Risk Contamination from Toxic Wastewater Ponds

Muddied wastewater pond at construction site

Analies Dyjak @ Friday, June 18, 2021 at 2:55 pm -0400

The leaking phosphogypsum waste pond that nearly collapsed recently in Florida once again shines a spotlight on the dangers and near-disasters posed by wastewater ponds throughout the country and their impacts on drinking water. These toxic waste ponds are not only created from phosphate mining, but used at power plants (coal ash) and large-scale agricultural facilities (such as manure from hog farming).

Surface Water: What You Need To Know

Map of surface water withdrawals in the USA

Analies Dyjak @ Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 11:56 am -0400

Surface water is an extremely important natural resource. From the water we drink, give to our pets, and use for recreation, we are dependent on its various uses. Surface water is continuously being threatened by anthropogenic activities. It’s extremely difficult and costly for municipal treatment facilities to keep up with new contaminants that are polluting waterways every single day. Additionally, federal regulations don’t reflect the large scope of surface water pollution. This blog post discusses the various threats to surface water and why humans should care.