What is World Water Day ???
World Water Day is celebrated in countries all over the world. This year’s theme, Leave No One Behind. This is in response to the promise the world made in 2015. A promise of water for all by 2030 specified in the Sustainable Development Goals and Targets.
Advocates Warn New York’s Tap Water May Be Toxic
Take action today to support water quality monitoring in your community by contacting your local government officials and ask them to support water monitoring legislation in your community.
EPA Sued Over Lax Testing Of America’s Water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is failing to protect America’s drinking water supply. Many new toxins leach into our water supply, and yet there are no new mandates to regulate any of these new chemicals.
Our Children Are Dying, Could There Be Something In The Water?
Experts warn that water contamination can lead to cancer, gastrointestinal diseases and developmental delays in children. Many of the nation’s largest city systems are outdated and are failing EPA water safety standards potentially exposing tens of millions of Americans to dangerous contaminants.
War On Water: New Laws Exposes Wetlands and Streams To Pollutants
The Trump administration latest proposal on water protections represents a historic assault on wetlands regulation. The new rule would remove several federal safeguards that have protected millions of acres of wetlands and thousands of miles of streams nationwide from pesticide runoff and other toxins
Spokane WA Landowners Suing The Department Of Defense Over Contaminated Groundwater
Local Spokane, WA farmers have filed a lawsuit against the Fairchild Air Force Base claiming they have suffered financial losses from groundwater contamination. The Department of Defense and the Air Force have been using a firefighting foam that has leached into the soil and contaminated the groundwater since the 1970s.
Palestinians Living In The Gaza Strip Are Dying From Contaminated Water
Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip are facing a growing water shortage and contaminated drinking water crisis. The main water supply, a coastal aquifer is over pumped. Nearly 90 percent of Gaza’s main water supply is unfit for drinking, and unsuitable even for agricultural use.
Trump Tower Trashes The Chicago River: A Blatant Disregard For The Environment
Not surprising to anyone, is yet another instance of our President’s blatant disregard for the environment. Trump International Hotel & Tower has been releasing millions of gallons of water without proper permits, nor any consideration of the impact on the Chicago River's aquatic life.
The Red Tide’s Disastrous Wave Of Death On Florida’s Fish And Wildlife
The widespread toxic Karenia brevis red tide bloom continues to threaten wildlife, killing thousands of fish and disrupting the Sunshine State’s tourism. The toxins can become aerosolized in the wind. In animals, the toxins affect the central nervous system, causing them to die.
Woodlands PA Drinking Water Stinks And It’s Still Un-Drinkable
In the low-income community of the Woodlands, in Butler County, Pennsylvania the water is still undrinkable. After seven years, residents of the hardscrabble community water is still contaminated.
There Is a 1 In 4 Chance Your Water Is Unsafe Or Not Monitored For Contaminants
Many cities report that their tap water has high levels of lead, nitrates, arsenic or other pollutants. Today, as it stand many communities simply have no way of knowing if their tap water is safe or contaminated. As there is no testing or monitoring that takes place.
Trump's EPA Is Hiding Widespread Contamination Of Our Nation’s Water Supply
A new study by the Department of Health and Human Services provides a comprehensive report on the effects of perfluoroalkyls, or PFAS. The review indicates that the danger to our drinking water is much more severe than previously thought.
Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Reshapes The Big Island And It’s Water
Thousands of individuals have been displaced by the lava. What is needed most is food and water. The lava will make many regions uninhabitable forcing people to relocate and start over.
No End To The Crisis: Puerto Rico Still Lacks Power and Clean Drinking Water
Without water pumps powered by generators, clean potable drinking water is scarce. A healthcare crisis is brewing. Illnesses related to contaminated drinking water have dramatically affected the health and mortality in Puerto Rico. Waterborne diseases present a significant health risk to a large segment of the population.
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Together, we can move the levers of power, and continue advancing water priorities on the national and local levels. Check out events going on all year around the country to raise awareness and resources for water.
Top 10 Ways To Stand For World Water Day | March 22, 2018
World Water Day is a day to celebrate the gift of water and the one day each year when we need to stand for how important water is to our lives and our future.
Share Your Love, Respect And Support For World Water Day
What we now need is a convergence of streams of concerned global citizens to come together as one to raise the level of water consciousness in the world. As one we can create a powerful force to protect our water.
Nestlé Makes Billions Bottling Water That Should Be Free
We need to respect, protect and ensure that all have easy access to water. There is no reason to spend money on bottled water when tap water is safe, clean and free to everyone.
Support The Growing Global Movement To Defend The Rights of Nature
The rights of nature approach to water is not advocating for river ecosystem to take precedence over the health and wellbeing of people. It’s a rebalancing of resources so that both the basic needs of humans and ecosystems are met. The two aren’t mutually exclusive.
After The Flood: Water Contamination In Houston TX
Harvey’s deluge of wind and water have released thousands of tons of harmful substances from local petrochemical plants, waste treatment plants and dozens of Superfund sites.
Positive Change: Be A Part Of The Greatest Movement In Mankind
Urge your members of Congress to stand firm against any and all attacks on the new Clean Water Rule and Clean Water Act.
State of Emergency: Waterkeeper Fights To Protect Our Water
Water heroes come in many forms, from coalitions, to small and large organizations. Leadership is critical to a future of clean and ample water in our rivers and watersheds.
Water Contamination Crisis In Newburgh, NY
The fact that PFOS was discovered in the city of Newburgh’s drinking water is a terrifying reality for many who have been drinking contaminated water for decades.
Residents Of Newburgh, NY Dealing With PFOS Water Crisis !!!
Never drink water that fails to meet EPA standards. Tell that to the fine citizens of Newburgh, NY.
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