Peter Dykstra: A League of their own
American environmental law came of age under the aegis of that unlikely ol’ treehugger, Richard Milhous Nixon. The seminal laws on clean air, clean water, endangered species, and environmental impact statements were born. So were two vital environmental agencies, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) of the Commerce […]
Drought and management questions shine spotlight on Soquel Creek and San Lorenzo Valley water district votes
How the state and its localities manage precious water resources will play a central role in determining the fate and future of California. The extended drought, the slow drying of the Colorado River and its reservoirs, diminishing snow packs and the overpumping of groundwater have collectively placed a new emphasis on water districts and their […]
Rocky Ford product redefining water purification
(ROCKY FORD, Colo.) — A product made in Rocky Ford is changing the game for safe drinking water in places that need it most. The Sunspring Hybrid, made by Innovative Water Technologies, was recently named the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce. The Sunspring Hybrid is a portable, water purification […]
EDC Orlando’s Downtown Takeover – EDMTunes
Returning to Orlando’s historic Tinker Field November 11-13, 2022, Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando is a colorful celebration packed with sunshine and positive energy. The festival will host plenty of superstar performers along with up-and-coming acts. Beyond the highly-anticipated sunset performances with Kaskade Redux, Dom Dolla, Above & Beyond and more, EDC Orlando will also champion talented producers including Alison Wonderland, Rezz, Chris Lake, Martin Garrix, […]
The City of El Reno says foggy and discolored tap water may remain until spring
EL RENO, Okla. (KFOR) – Some El Reno residents sent in photos of their bath water to KFOR, showing discoloration and fog. The city said it’s temporary, but the water may not go back to normal until next year. State election board secretary & lawmakers say Oklahoma elections are secure Katelyn Shriver lived in El […]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $3.4 Million for New York and Indian Nation Community Air Pollution Monitoring Projects
Largest investment for community air monitoring in EPA history funded by President Biden’s Climate and Economic Plans November 3, 2022 NEW YORK – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected six New York applicants and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, to receive funding to conduct community air quality monitoring. The grants are seven of […]
Consumers Energy preparing for weekend windstorm in Mid-Michigan | Weather
MID-MICHIGAN (WJRT) – Strong winds are forecast for Mid-Michigan on Saturday, bringing the possibility of tree and power line damage. The Storm Tracker 12 team says a cool front moving across the region Saturday will bring sustained southerly winds of 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to about 50 mph during the afternoon hours. […]
Water work: Daria Dilparic provides vital water treatment service to the Ames community
Daria Dilparic is combining her love of chemistry, water quality and public health as a graduate student in environmental engineering – and in a position as a student operator at Ames Water and Pollution Control Department. Daria’s commitment to protecting the environment and her community inspires her to use analytical chemistry methods to solve drinking […]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Selection of 29 EPA Environmental Finance Centers to Help Communities Access Funds for Infrastructure Projects
November 4, 2022 WASHINGTON (Nov. 4, 2022) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the selection of 29 Environmental Finance Centers (EFCs) that will help communities across the country access federal funding for infrastructure and greenhouse gas reduction projects that improve public health and environmental protection. The EFCs will deliver targeted technical assistance […]
America’s hidden disaster of dirty tap water is all around us in our small towns and rural areas
Donna Dickerson’s heart would sink every time she’d wake up, turn on the faucet in her mobile home and hear the pipes gurgling. Sometimes it would happen on a day when her mother, who is 86 and has dementia, had a doctor’s appointment and needed to bathe. Sometimes it would be on Thanksgiving or Christmas […]