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Ghana Water Company Launches Bottled Water Brand Board
SolutionsJun 13

Ghana Water Company Launches Bottled Water Brand Board

Ghana Water Limited just took a major step toward turning its quality water into a thriving business everyone can access. The company launched a new leadership board to transform its G-Water brand into one of Ghana's most trusted bottled water options.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Michigan Water Ski Club Wows Crowds With Free Summer Shows
Global News6d ago

Michigan Water Ski Club Wows Crowds With Free Summer Shows

Every Tuesday evening in Fenton, Michigan, the Silver Lake Ski Club puts on spectacular free water skiing shows that most people have never heard of. Since 1960, this hidden gem has been teaching families the art of show skiing, creating human pyramids on water, and keeping a rare tradition alive. #

Yahoo Sports3 min read
Bottled Water Has 95% Fewer Chemicals Than Tap Water
Health & WellnessJan 20

Bottled Water Has 95% Fewer Chemicals Than Tap Water

A new University of South Carolina study found bottled water contains dramatically fewer disinfection byproducts than tap water. The research offers reassuring news for the billions of people worldwide who choose bottled water every day.

Phys.org - Earth3 min read
Iowa Farmers Break Ranks, Push for Water Quality Rules
SolutionsJun 7

Iowa Farmers Break Ranks, Push for Water Quality Rules

Three award-winning Iowa corn and soy farmers are calling for government regulation of agriculture to protect water quality. These industry insiders prove conservation practices boost profits while saving the environment.

Inside Climate News2 min read
Safe Water Network Serves 2M Across Rural Ghana
SolutionsMar 21

Safe Water Network Serves 2M Across Rural Ghana

While illegal mining threatens water quality across Ghana, one organization is providing clean drinking water to over two million people in rural communities. Safe Water Network uses underground sources and pristine lake water to keep families safe.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Michigan Invests $5.2B in Clean Water and Renewable Energy
SolutionsFeb 6

Michigan Invests $5.2B in Clean Water and Renewable Energy

Michigan is putting its money where its mission is, directing over half its environmental budget straight back into communities. A new interactive dashboard shows exactly where $5.2 billion in grants and loans are making real change happen.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Hong Kong's Mirs Bay Hits 100% Water Quality Success
Planet WinsJan 22

Hong Kong's Mirs Bay Hits 100% Water Quality Success

A Hong Kong bay just earned national recognition for its pristine waters, thanks to drones, cross-border teamwork, and innovative cleanup tech. The success story shows what's possible when regions work together for the environment.

Google News - Cooperation Success2 min read
Swiss Water Filter Turns Swamp Water Safe in 60 Seconds
SolutionsMay 7

Swiss Water Filter Turns Swamp Water Safe in 60 Seconds

A new modular water filter system from Swiss gear maker Katadyn can transform even stagnant pond water into safe drinking water anywhere on Earth. The three-stage Explorer system is already being used by disaster relief teams and expedition professionals worldwide.

New Atlas3 min read
Lake Erie Becomes World's Largest Digital Water Lab
Planet WinsApr 13

Lake Erie Becomes World's Largest Digital Water Lab

Once so polluted its rivers caught fire, Lake Erie is now getting hundreds of sensors to become the world's largest digitally connected freshwater research facility. The transformation could help solve water quality challenges around the globe.

Guardian Environment3 min read
Michigan Volunteers Clean 297 Miles of Waterways Since 2021
Planet WinsJun 9

Michigan Volunteers Clean 297 Miles of Waterways Since 2021

Over 1,000 Michigan volunteers are keeping the Great Lakes state's waters pristine through monitoring, testing, and cleanup projects. Their efforts have cleaned 297 miles of streams in just four years and created one of America's richest lake health databases.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Wales Creates New Water Watchdog to Clean Up Rivers
Planet WinsFeb 3

Wales Creates New Water Watchdog to Clean Up Rivers

Wales is launching a major overhaul of its water system with a new regulator, upgraded infrastructure, and stricter controls on sewage pollution. The reforms aim to deliver cleaner rivers and stronger accountability after mounting public anger over water quality.

BBC Science3 min read
Egypt Creates Device That Turns Air Into Drinking Water
SolutionsJun 20

Egypt Creates Device That Turns Air Into Drinking Water

An Egyptian scientist has invented a machine that pulls water straight from the air, producing 15 liters of clean drinking water daily. The homegrown innovation could help millions facing water scarcity across Egypt and beyond.

Google News - Egypt Innovation2 min read
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Solutions4d ago

Guadalajara Tackles Water Crisis With $1.15B Federal Plan

Millions of Guadalajara residents are getting cleaner water as federal and state governments launch a major cleanup targeting polluted rivers, leaking pipelines, and industrial contamination. The ambitious project brings hope to Mexico's second-largest metro area after years of water quality struggles.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
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SolutionsJul 10

Guadalajara Commits $1.1B to Fix Water for 200 Communities

Guadalajara just announced a major plan to bring clean water to hundreds of struggling neighborhoods while celebrating an economic surprise from hosting World Cup games. The multi-year project will replace decades-old pipes and treatment plants, ending water quality problems for thousands of families.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
Michigan Unveils 10-Year Plan for Great Lakes Economy
Planet WinsJan 28

Michigan Unveils 10-Year Plan for Great Lakes Economy

Michigan just launched its first-ever maritime strategy to create thousands of jobs while protecting the Great Lakes. The 10-year plan aims to modernize ports, grow clean energy manufacturing, and safeguard the waters that hold 21% of the world's fresh surface water.

Google News - Economic Growth3 min read
South Africa Completes Major Water Infrastructure Upgrade
Planet WinsJun 4

South Africa Completes Major Water Infrastructure Upgrade

Rand Water has finished the first phase of a massive maintenance project, restoring full capacity to major pumping stations serving millions across four provinces. The successful upgrades mark a milestone in strengthening South Africa's long-term water security.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
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Solutions2d ago

Guadalajara Cuts Water Bills 80% After Contamination

After citizen protests over contaminated water, Guadalajara approved an 80% discount on water bills for up to 750,000 affected residents. The city is also investing $5.7 million in portable treatment plants to deliver clean water to impacted neighborhoods.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
97% of Ohio Farmers Using Soil Testing to Protect Water
Planet WinsMay 12

97% of Ohio Farmers Using Soil Testing to Protect Water

A new survey of 464 farms in Northwest Ohio reveals that nearly all farmers are embracing conservation practices to protect soil and water quality. The results challenge common myths about agricultural runoff and show farming's environmental progress.

Google News - Conservation Success2 min read
Foundation Brings Clean Water to 40,000 in Nigeria
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Foundation Brings Clean Water to 40,000 in Nigeria

Three new boreholes are transforming daily life for over 40,000 residents in Ogun State, Nigeria, ending long walks for water and reducing disease risk. The Rachael Abeje Salako Memorial Foundation marked World Water Day by showcasing how simple infrastructure can change entire communities.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Ocean Water Becomes Drinking Water Without Waste
VideosJun 14

Ocean Water Becomes Drinking Water Without Waste

Scientists created a solar-powered desalination system that turns seawater into fresh water without chemicals or harmful waste. The breakthrough could help 2.2 billion people without clean water while extracting valuable minerals like lithium.

CleanTechnica2 min read

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