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In 2019, Amsterdam began using bubble barriers to catch river plastic. Now the US wants to bring the technology to the Great LakesLansing is considering implementing the Bubble Barrier technology, initially developed in Amsterdam, to address plastic pollution. This inn...
In 1995, Bette Midler launched NYRP to restore neglected spaces in New York. 30 years later, it has planted 200,000+ trees and restored 350+ green spaces for New YorkersThirty years after Bette Midler began picking up trash in a New York park, the New York Restoration Project has developed into an organizat...
In 2018, Buffalo moved 56,000 cubic yards of mud dug from its waterways to Unity Island; habitat quality rose 128.8%, and fish species doubledOnce thought to be lifeless, the Buffalo River is undergoing a remarkable transformation, showcasing the power of ecological restoration. E...
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...
In 2006, Delaware listed Broadkill River waters as impaired for nutrients. 18 years later, BMPs helped restore 7.6 miles of Ingrams Branch, bringing phosphorus levels below the state thresholdIngrams Branch in Delaware has reached an important water-quality milestone. The 7.6-mile stream segment was once impaired by excess phosph...
In 2006, Virginia flagged the Rapidan River for failing swimming standards. 18 years later, DEQ removed it from the impaired list after BMPs restored water qualityRapidan River water quality in Virginia has finally turned a corner after nearly two decades of concern. A section once flagged for failing...
In 1990, Texas shrimper Diane Wilson began hunger strikes against petrochemical pollution; decades later, her nurdle lawsuit won a $50 million settlementDiane Wilson fought a petrochemical company for decades over pollution. She used hunger strikes and a protest boat to gain attention. Wilso...
Hurricane Melissa: Monster hurricane Melissa explodes into category 5 fury as Jamaica braces for unthinkable destruction and mass evacuationsHurricane Melissa strengthened to Category 5 with 175 mph winds as it approaches Jamaica, threatening to become the strongest hurricane to ...
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Narendra Modi, Emmanuel Macron selected for UN's highest environmental awardBoth Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron are selected in the Policy Leadership category for their pioneering ...
Green vacations: Head to Iceland, Nevada, Mt. Fuji for an eco-friendly getawayThere’s every reason why a small step by you to protect the environment can help in restricting climate change.
Urban India needs to break with the status quo for a sustainable futureFrom Delhi’s air pollution to Mumbai’s footbridge stampede, urban India needs to break with the status quo for a sustainable future.
This NGT order changes everything about cleaning river GangaIn a significant order seeking a fundamental change in strategy in cleaning the river Ganga, the National Green Tribunal on Thursday direct...
Drinking water standards have improved in India: WWCWorld Water Council (WWC) recently carried out a major survey on water awareness in major parts of the world, including India.