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October 7, 2012

South Africa: Researcher finds new acid water threat

Cape Town – A science student has uncovered continued acid mine water drainage in a game park that could have devastating consequences for plans to build […]
October 6, 2012

Some plants thrive on grey water, study finds

Many plants used for landscaping benefit from being watered with household gray water, according to a study released by the nonprofit organization Water Environmental Research Foundation.
October 5, 2012

Southern Africa: A Risky Climate for Big Dams

Climate change is bringing many uncertainties, especially to the world of water. No continent will be harder hit by climate change than Africa. The Intergovernmental Panel […]
October 4, 2012

Why It’s Cheaper To Build A Green Home

These days, building your dream house is more complicated than ever. When in the past you can just stake out an empty lot and declare it […]
October 4, 2012

Sustainable options for eco-friendly building

Sustainability and the environmental impact of construction are two topics that have become increasingly important in recent years and there’s no reason why self-builders can’t do […]
October 2, 2012

South Africa: AfriForum fights for water

Johannesburg – AfriForum will approach the Pretoria High Court on Tuesday to apply for an interdict compelling a Limpopo municipality to provide water to residents.
October 1, 2012

Hydroelectricity – dams no longer required!

You don’t have to build dams to get hydroelectricity from water flowing through municipal pipes, says Dr. Daniel Farb, the Los Angeles immigrant who previously shook […]
October 1, 2012

Jordanians suffering from chronic water shortage

AMMAN: “I wish I could live at the Zaatari Syrian refugee camp because there is water there,” a Jordanian man says, frustrated that he has not […]
September 30, 2012

Access to clean water in South Africa a subject of protests

Access to clean drinking water in South Africa has been the subject of service delivery protests and even court action. For some communities, having permanent access […]
September 29, 2012

VIDEO: DIY Drip Irrigation System for Your Rain Barrel

Source: Sarasota RainBarrels (Youtube) The above video shows you how to hook up a simple drip irrigation system to your rain barrel or rain water tank.  […]
September 28, 2012

Two thirds of USA struggling with water shortages, drought

The worst drought in more than half a century baked more than two thirds of the continental United States this summer and its harsh effects continue […]
September 27, 2012

Water solutions sought by mining industries

The global mining water and wastewater sector was expected to grow as the focus on sustainable water solutions within the mining industry increased, a recent report […]
September 27, 2012

Prevent Rainwater From Stagnating

The management of rainwater is an increasingly important priority for counties and municipalities across the United States. Impermeable surfaces such as roofs and driveways, and the […]
September 26, 2012

Clean Water Project – Coke & Segway Inventor Team Up

NEW YORK, Sept 25 (Reuters) – Coca-Cola Co plans to deliver and operate water purification systems in rural parts of the developing world, working with the […]
September 26, 2012

Australia: Recycled stormwater to secure water supply

A NEW scheme to save water could help prevent harbour pollution as well as provide an ongoing water supply for Sydney, experts say. The plans, being […]
September 25, 2012

Water scarcity risk can be reduced by investing in science

River basins are set to experience growing pressures due to urbanization, rising water scarcity and poor water quality, according to a new report.
September 24, 2012

Oman: Protection of potable water resources stressed

MUSCAT — A three-day workshop on ‘Regions for the Protection of Water Supplies Well Fields’, organized by the Environment and Climate Affairs Ministry, in association with […]
September 24, 2012

Desalinated water via ‘coffee pot’ solar still

Most of us take our coffee pots for granted, thinking nothing of how that technology can be applied to bringing potable water to the masses. Italian […]