University at Buffalo chemists have shown that self-assembling molecular traps can be used to capture PFAS — dangerous pollutants that have contaminated drinking water supplies around the world. The traps are made from iron-based and organic building blocks that connect, like Legos, to form a tetrahedral cage. Experiments showed that these structures bind to certain […]
In two weeks or less, farmers and ranchers near the California-Oregon border will see their water supplies run dry, after operators of the federal Klamath Water Project unexpectedly cut allocations in response to concerns about protected fish.
Mexico is at risk of breaching a 75-year old water treaty with the US if it does not come up with a new strategy to deliver 457,800 acre-feet (565 million cubic meters – Mm3) of water to its northern neighbor by October 24. That amount represents 350,000 acre-feet of water that the Latin American country […]
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency chief Andrew Wheeler signed on Monday a rule limiting state powers to block energy infrastructure projects, setting up a fight with some Democratic governors who say Washington is stripping their ability to protect their states’ interests and combat climate change.
Parts of the West are already in extreme drought ahead of wildfire season, and officials in some areas are worried about an uptick in fire action as more people emerge from coronavirus-related lockdowns and resume outdoor activities like hiking and camping.
Self-Assembling Traps Capture PFAS
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /WaterWorld MagazineUniversity at Buffalo chemists have shown that self-assembling molecular traps can be used to capture PFAS — dangerous pollutants that have contaminated drinking water supplies around the world. The traps are made from iron-based and organic building blocks that connect, like Legos, to form a tetrahedral cage. Experiments showed that these structures bind to certain […]
Conservative States Defend Water Rule From California-Led Suit
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /Bloomberg Lawby Ellen GilmerA coalition of conservative-leaning states went to court Monday to defend the Trump administration’s water jurisdiction rule.
Klamath Farmers Protest Early Water Cutoff
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /Ag Alertby Christine SouzaIn two weeks or less, farmers and ranchers near the California-Oregon border will see their water supplies run dry, after operators of the federal Klamath Water Project unexpectedly cut allocations in response to concerns about protected fish.
Mexico Poised to Breach 75-Year Water Treaty with US
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /bnamericasMexico is at risk of breaching a 75-year old water treaty with the US if it does not come up with a new strategy to deliver 457,800 acre-feet (565 million cubic meters – Mm3) of water to its northern neighbor by October 24. That amount represents 350,000 acre-feet of water that the Latin American country […]
U.S. EPA Moves to Curb State Powers to Deny Permits for Energy Projects
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /Reutersby Valerie VolcoviciU.S. Environmental Protection Agency chief Andrew Wheeler signed on Monday a rule limiting state powers to block energy infrastructure projects, setting up a fight with some Democratic governors who say Washington is stripping their ability to protect their states’ interests and combat climate change.
Officials Worry About Wildfires as More People Enjoy Nature After Coronavirus Lockdowns
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /The Weather Channelby Jan Wesner ChildsParts of the West are already in extreme drought ahead of wildfire season, and officials in some areas are worried about an uptick in fire action as more people emerge from coronavirus-related lockdowns and resume outdoor activities like hiking and camping.