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Meet Alaina Zhang, the 17-year-old Rhode Island student testing whether native seaweed can help clean polluted coastal waters- In 2015, Los Angeles dropped 96 million black balls into a drinking-water reservoir. 10 years later, the bizarre experiment solved two major problems
- 5 states & Delhi sign Kishau Project on Tons river, a Yamuna tributary
- Missouri chapter of a French waste management company turned old wind turbine blades into greener cement, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 27%On December 8, GE Renewable Energy initiated a partnership with French waste management firm Veolia to recycle old blades from onshore wind...15 Sep, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
- In 1995, John D. Liu filmed 1 Loess Plateau project in China where slopes were terraced, vegetation restored and water managed. 25 years later, 35,000 sq km had recoveredChina's Loess Plateau, once severely eroded, underwent significant ecological recovery. Communities actively participated in restoration ef...15 Sep, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
- A shrinking lifeline: US and Mexico strike new Colorado River deal, cutting Mexico's share by 17% for two yearsMexico will accept reduced Colorado River water allocations under a new binational agreement. This accord, known as Minute 334, aims to man...15 Sep, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
- In 2015, Portland put four turbines inside a 42-inch drinking-water pipe; they generated about 900 MWh a year while the city kept delivering water normallyIn Portland, Oregon, a groundbreaking initiative has been implemented where turbines are installed within drinking water pipes to harness e...15 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- India’s semiconductor push will need a new approach to water management: CN WaterIndia’s semiconductor push is creating a new demand for smarter, more reliable water infrastructure. CN Water’s Shoeb Kurawadwala on locali...15 Sep, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
- Engineers’ Day 2026 wishes: Why is it celebrated on the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvaraya, who setup key water infra in Pune, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam and MysoreEngineers’ Day is observed in India every year on September 15 to honour engineers and recognise their contribution to the country’s develo...15 Sep, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
- India's water initiatives highlighted at UN rights council side eventAt a UN Human Rights Council gathering, India highlighted its efforts to address water scarcity through initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan ...14 Sep, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- Forget to water your plants? From snake plant to aloe vera; here are 4 low-maintenance houseplants that can survive weeks without wateringIf you struggle to keep houseplants thriving due to inconsistent watering, consider varieties like snake plants and ZZ plants, which can go...13 Sep, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
- Developed world should provide finance for biodiversity conservation: BRICS nationsBRICS leaders urged developed nations for financial and technological aid for biodiversity conservation. They emphasized fair benefit shari...12 Sep, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
- In 2006, Hawai‘i listed Waipā Stream, after dense hau bush trapped sediment and blocked fish. Today, restoration cut average turbidity by 62% and restored native fish passageWaipā Stream restoration efforts significantly improved water quality and aquatic habitats. Invasive hau bush removal and feral pig control...12 Sep, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
- Chicago installed tree tubs and permeable pavement at Navy Pier; it helps capture stormwater while reducing annual pollution by 3 lb of phosphorus, 47 lb of nitrogen and 2 tons of sedimentChicago's Navy Pier showcases an impressive green infrastructure designed for efficient stormwater management. Featuring seventy-seven tree...11 Sep, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
- In 2012, New Jersey flagged the Lower Passaic River for oxygen as Newark built 14 stormwater systems. 10 years later, those projects captured 265,845 gallons of runoff yearlyThrough a combination of education and innovative green infrastructure projects, water quality in the Passaic River has seen remarkable imp...10 Sep, 2026, 10.00 PM IST
- From farm ponds to AI chatbots: India's blueprint for revitalising dryland agriculture10 Sep, 2026, 06.46 AM IST
- In 2011, Colorado linked 90% of Lower Gunnison River selenium pollution to farming. 11 years later, farm work cut selenium by 50%, helping the river meet standards todayFor years, selenium from irrigated farmland posed a challenge for Colorado’s Lower Gunnison River. Irrigation can mobilize naturally occurr...07 Sep, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
- At 13, this Oregon student built a device that converts moisture in air into water for plantsA brilliant 13-year-old inventor is changing the game in agriculture by developing a device that captures water from the atmosphere. Utiliz...05 Sep, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
- CEO CM to Water Man: Naidu's long journey enters a new phaseN Chandrababu Naidu is transforming his image by focusing on water projects. He recently inaugurated the Poola Subbaiah Veligonda Project a...05 Sep, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
- PM Modi calls for greater adoption of water-saving technologiesPrime Minister Narendra Modi urged urban bodies to address water challenges from population growth. He advocated for increased adoption of ...03 Sep, 2026, 06.59 AM IST
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