Projects moving forward despite supply, labor challenges
As the first quarter comes to an end at Lincoln Public Schools, construction continues at Lincoln Northwest High School and Robinson Elementary, the district’s two newest schools. But stubborn labor shortages, supply chain snags and high inflation have continued, too, posing challenges to completing those projects and other work that’s part of the 2020 bond […]
Enugu APGA guber candidate pledges to address water scarcity in one year
Frank Nweke Jnr, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) governorship candidate for Enugu State, says his administration will restore perennial water scarcity within 12 months in power. Mr Nweke, a one-time information minister, made the promise during the unveiling of his manifesto at Polo Park, Enugu, on Saturday, saying that “water is life”. The APGA […]
Salesian Missions highlights clean water projects and soap donations – MissionNewswire
Projects give access to clean water and soap to people living in poverty (MissionNewswire) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins the international community in celebrating Global Handwashing Day 2022. The day, organized by the Global Handwashing Partnership, is celebrated each year on Oct. 15 and is dedicated to […]
Show Up to the Polls for the Planet | Opinion
Guest Opinion By Levi Teitel | Oct. 15, 2022 This November, Michiganders have an opportunity to defend two things worth fighting for at the ballot box: our environment and our freedom to vote. I’m 26 years old, and as a young-ish person, the consensus is clear: We want action on climate. I’ve been a dedicated […]
250 New Laboratories will be Set up in Rajasthan to Check the Quality of Drinking Water
250 New Laboratories will be Set up in Rajasthan to Check the Quality of Drinking Water Why In News? On October 13, 2022, Additional Chief Secretary, Public Health Engineering and Ground Water Department of Rajasthan, Dr. Subodh Agrawal informed that 250 new laboratories would be set up in different districts of the state at Panchayat […]
EPA Issues Air Quality Advisory for Kootenai Reservation
October 14, 2022 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 10, has issued an air quality advisory for the Kootenai Reservation in Idaho due to the elevated pollution levels caused by area wildfires. Forecasts indicate periods of poor air quality will continue through Monday. To check current air quality conditions go to https://fire.airnow.gov/. People who are at greater […]
Companies share the love through donating an HVAC system to Shepherdstown family | Journal-news
SHEPHERDSTOWN — In partnership with Lennox’s Feel the Love program, Johnson and Johnson Heating and Air Conditioning donated and installed free heating/cooling equipment to a Shepherdstown household in need. On Oct. 9, the Danzey family in Shepherdstown was the recipient of the HVAC system installation and other acts of service. Caleb Johnson, with Johnson and […]
People demand investigation into drinking water politicisation
Srinagar, Oct 15, KDC: Amidst growing public demands for an investigation surrounding the laying of water pipes at the source of Ningli Nallah, the top officials of the NITI Aayog will visit Wagoora town of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district today. The residents of Wagoora have been demanding an investigation by a central agency into the […]
System: Future of water in Hawai‘i focus of UH innovation conference
University of Hawaiʻi Contact: One of the featured sessions will focus on the cultural and historical significance of water. UH experts and industry leaders will discuss how to solve challenges related to water in Hawaiʻi. Link to video and sound (details below): https://bit.ly/3g5nlkr WHAT: The University of Hawaiʻi will host “Water Resilience in Hawai‘i,” a […]
Brace for high fire danger, smoke, unhealthy air in Seattle area this weekend as October heat drags on
It’s October. In a typical year, the first rains of fall would have already arrived. Instead, nine large fires are burning throughout the Northwest amid one of the driest stretches on record. And this weekend, air quality may reach “unhealthy” levels for all population groups in the Puget Sound area. Friday night, stronger offshore winds […]