Are houseplants an economical way to purify indoor spaces?
Some people believe that indoor plants could provide an affordable solution to air quality problems. Although there are devices that can purify the air, they are not within everybody’s budget, however, plants can be grown by anyone at a low cost. But are they really beneficial? Studies suggest that the impact on air quality is […]
EPA Awards California $609 Million in Historic Federal Funding to Improve Water Quality
November 2, 2022 SAN FRANCISCO (November 2, 2022) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced funding to the State of California for water infrastructure improvements under the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). California has been awarded more than $609 million in capitalization grants through the State Revolving Funds (SRFs) to supplement […]
Pure Water Monterey nets national engineering award – Monterey Herald
MONTEREY — Pure Water Monterey, the Monterey Peninsula’s recycled potable water project, was one of 11 projects receiving a national award for outstanding engineering achievement — a project heralded as a key part of the state’s portfolio of water supply projects. “To be recognized alongside high-profile national projects is truly a great honor,” said Mary […]
EPA, Congressmembers Announce Dallas Independent School District Clean School Bus Funding
November 2, 2022 DALLAS, TEXAS (Nov. 2, 2022) — Officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dallas Independent School District (DISD) and three members of the North Texas congressional delegation gathered yesterday to celebrate DISD’s funding through EPA’s Clean School Bus Program. The district will receive $7.1 million to fund the purchase of up […]
Air Force welcomes public in a water cleanup tour for PFAS | News
OSCODA — Tucked in around the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base, a mass water purification operation is taking place. And if you know where to look, one can spot the buildings that, house wells and tanks sucking up water to purifying the ground of Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA). These are among a […]
Supporting the local community through sport
Published: 02 November, 2022 As part of its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) agenda, HI-LINE INDUSTRIES, a UK-based leader in the design, manufacture and installation of energy-efficient compressed air purification equipment, provides extensive support for the sporting community in the Burton upon Trent area. The company is a main sponsor at both Burton Albion […]
EPA Issues Final List of Contaminants for Potential Regulatory Consideration in Drinking Water, Significantly Increases PFAS Chemicals for Review
November 2, 2022 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published the Final Fifth Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 5), which will serve as the basis for EPA’s regulatory considerations over the next five-year cycle under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This update includes a substantial expansion of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), […]
Prince George shuts off water for Beechwood Manor residents, boil water advisory in effect
PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Prince George County residents living in the Beechwood Manor neighborhood can expect to have their water shut off through this afternoon as the county utility service performs pipe-cleaning activities. The cleaning is scheduled for today from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. During these hours, the county says the water […]
Leeper, Farnen get ready for third face-off in 132nd House race
In the battle for the 132nd state House district, the Democrat and Republican contenders have faced off before. State Rep. Jennifer Leeper, 38, has held the seat since beating former state Rep. Brian Farnen in the 2020 election. Farnen, 47, had won the position in a special election earlier that year meant to fill the […]
Mina Guli is running 200 marathons to help tackle the world’s water crisis
Australian ultra-marathoner and environmental activist Mina Guli plans to run 200 marathons in 365 days until the start of the United Nations Water Conference in March 2023. As of September 2022, she has passed the halfway mark, running 100 marathons in Australia, Central Asia and Africa since May 2022, and moving onto Europe. Guli is […]