How can land be restored on the Louisiana coast? The answer lies in harnessing the natural force of the Mississippi River. By allowing the river to overflow into designated areas and deposit sediment, lost land can be rebuilt. The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion is a massive engineering project that utilizes this…
Marine conservation and the preservation of the U.S.'s most cherished underwater environments are critically important issues. National Marine Sanctuaries provide a solution by protecting these vital ecosystems. Shannon Colbert of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation shares insights into the significance of these sanctuaries, which range from vibrant kelp forests and…
Milwaukee is expanding its use of green infrastructure with the Fresh Coast Protection Partnership, a community-based public-private partnership between the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and CIS. After three years of construction, sites across the city will capture 11 million gallons of stormwater while developing a local workforce and improving neighborhoods.…
Milwaukee has 65,000 lead lines. Since a city ordinance requiring removal in 2017, Milwaukee Water Works is accelerating the pace to replace 3,500 lines per year. The city is also targeting neighborhoods most in need, tapping into federal funds so that homeowners pay nothing, and supporting the local workforce. #LeadLineReplacement…
Ben Montross is drinking water manager for Vermont. He says the federal standards provided under the Safe Drinking Water Act are critical for a small, less resourced state like Vermont, which would struggle to establish them alone. He also credits SDWA with helping to protect Lake Champlain. SDWA50 is a…
💧H2O INTRO🤝Johnny Pujol of SimpleLab, Inc. He believes that in this era of intense water monitoring, it's vital that the process of sending samples to a lab is easy, efficient, and modern. Johnny also says that being in a group of like-minded organizations, like he is with Spring Point Partners'…
As the need for sustainable water management becomes increasingly critical, developing the next generation of leaders is paramount. One promising solution is the Colorado Water Fellows Program, which connects students with water issues and equips them with practical experience. In this episode, Jessica Thrasher, Water Equity Programs Leader at the…
Water recycling isn't just for utilities. On farms in Iowa, tile drains remove excess water from soil and typically carry it, along with nutrient and pesticide pollution, into local waterways. Now some farmers are capturing the water in ponds and using it to irrigate crops. That reduces the nutrients entering…
Bob Crossen of WaterWorld Magazine: New handbook examines how Build America, Buy America is reshaping water and wastewater infrastructure construction and companies trying to conduct business. More: https://lnkd.in/ebgZBW7W These 120 seconds sponsored by 120Water: https://bit.ly/waterloop120 hashtag#water hashtag#waternews hashtag#waterinfrastructure
Communities along the Mississippi River face numerous challenges from natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, and droughts. This episode explores how adopting nature-based solutions can bolster resilience against these impacts. Mayor Errick Simmons of Greenville, Mississippi, shares insights into his community's efforts and the collaborative initiatives of the Mississippi River…
Corey McCoid is a drinking water official in Iowa. He credits the Safe Drinking Water Act with providing tools to allow Iowa to advance chlorination, speed up implementation of new requirements, fund projects, and identify PFAS pollution. #SDWA50 a collaboration with the Association of State Drinking Water Administrators (ASDWA) See…
💧H2O INTRO🤝 Meet Karla Camou Guerra of the City of Glendale. She is focused on workforce development through a program that develops entry level operators and another that introduces water careers to high school students. Karla is also an alum of the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment leadership…
For Mike McGann of Xylem, it's critical to take a customer-centric approach to innovation, which involves focusing on solving their problems. One example is harnessing the power of digital tools to make the daily work of water operators easier. From conversations at the Reservoir Center and in collaboration with Xylem…
Megan Glover, CEO of 120Water, provides an in-depth look at the current status of lead service line inventories and the upcoming October compliance deadline under the Lead and Copper Rule. Megan discusses the challenges utilities face in digitizing and submitting their data and the importance of sequencing in securing funding.…
Floodplain reconnection has emerged as a crucial solution to mitigating flooding, improving water quality, and supporting biodiversity along the Mississippi River corridor. In this episode, Chris Rice of The Nature Conservancy discusses the restoration of Mollicy Farms, the largest floodplain reconnection project ever undertaken in the U.S. Chris explains the…
If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? Founder Travis Loop was asked this question as it relates to organizations completing projects in water. He sees so many success stories happening around the country and says that organizations…
The fact there are 2.2 million people in America without safe drinking water and adequate sanitation in their homes does not receive enough media attention or public awareness. There are lessons on how to change this from the high-profile coverage of connected environmental issues such as climate change. This episode…
What’s multibenefit land repurposing? It’s the reshaping of agricultural land to: ➡️ recharge groundwater ➡️ create wildlife habitat ➡️ provide recreation ➡️ adapt to climate change Learn more in our #podcast at https://lnkd.in/eMAC-Ew2 Series supported by the Environmental Defense Fund #water #watersolutions #naturebasedsolutions #sustainableagriculture #groundwater #wildlife #climateadaptation
David Lamb is the chief of drinking water for Missouri. He credits the Safe Drinking Water Act with being adaptable and useful in a state that has diverse hydrology and different types of systems, allowing them to deliver safe water. #SDWA50 series a collaboration with the Association of State Drinking…
The Groundwater Accounting Platform created by the Environmental Defense Fund, California Water Data Consortium and others enables water managers, landowners, and users across California to track availability and use in near real-time. It's a valuable tool for compliance with the state's Sustainable Groundwater Management Act as shown in this demonstration.…
This is the confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers. Located near Cairo, Illinois, it’s an environmentally significant and historically rich site, once a major trade hub and now supporting diverse wildlife habitats. The confluence showcases the interplay between natural forces and human activity, shaping the region's development over centuries,…
