A recent scientific study revealed an alarming fact about heavy metal pollution in Argentina.
Up to 1.4 billion people live in affected areas where there is presence of arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, chromium, copper, nickel, and lead.
This can pose a significant...
A pioneering research, carried out by IDAEA-CSIC, IRTA, Eurecat and companies like Facsa, Protecmed and Nenuphar, has demonstrated for the first time the seasonal performance of an innovative treatment for groundwater contaminated with nitrates, pesticides, and antibiotics.
A nature-based solution
The...
A striking initiative has begun to unfold in Mexico. They use **eggshells to "clean"** the contaminated Lerma River.
The idea, led by the association **H2O Lerma con Encanto**, is supported by collectives and citizens from different regions.
It took them a...
A recent study raised concerns about the treatment of **wastewater** in Argentina. According to the results, only **36.5% receives adequate treatment**.
Furthermore, it pointed out that one in ten Argentines does not have access to **drinkable water (9.9%)**.
The report was...
The effects of microplastics are multiplying along with the worldwide concern they generate. Currently, there are many studies related to the contamination of these compounds in seas and oceans, but there are not as many investigations on freshwater bodies.
In...
In mid-February, the beaches of Lake Salto Grande and the Uruguay River in Entre RÃos were contaminated by a cyanobacteria phenomenon that turned the water a phosphorescent green and caused alarm, especially after capybaras covered in these algae were...
With more than 1300 attendees, Wales achieved a new world record for voluntary river cleaning.
It happened on Friday, from its source in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, also known as Brecon Beacons, to Cardiff Bay.
World Record for Voluntary River...
Have you ever wondered what happens to the **gigantic cruise ships** and **megaships** at the end of their service life? Most of these huge vessels end up being dismantled in a few locations, especially in countries in **South Asia**,...
Tea, known for its multiple health benefits, adds a new attribute to its list: the ability to act as a natural filter to remove heavy metals from water, such as lead.
A recent study has revealed that tea leaves can...
The Justice of Mercedes, in the province of Buenos Aires, granted precautionary measures in response to a complaint about arsenic in the water.
The 37-page judicial resolution took into consideration the risk posed by pesticide spraying near groundwater extraction wells..
This...
