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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
South Africa Showcases Water Tech at Africa Day 2026
InnovationMay 27

South Africa Showcases Water Tech at Africa Day 2026

The Technology Innovation Agency highlighted breakthrough water solutions at University of Johannesburg's Africa Day celebration. The event brought together innovators solving Africa's water challenges through science and collaboration.

Google News - Innovation Technology2 min read
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
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
Water Scientist Wins Top Prize for Life-Saving Work
Community HeroesApr 22

Water Scientist Wins Top Prize for Life-Saving Work

Professor Joan Rose just won one of the world's most prestigious water awards for developing a breakthrough approach that helps protect billions of people from unsafe drinking water. Her science-based risk assessment method now guides water safety policies worldwide.

Regional: singapore breakthrough (SG)2 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
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
Water Scientist Wins Top Prize for Crisis Solutions
Global NewsApr 8

Water Scientist Wins Top Prize for Crisis Solutions

A young Iranian scientist who was jailed for trying to fix his country's water crisis just won the "Nobel Prize of Water" for his groundbreaking work helping the world solve freshwater problems. His research shows how communities can restore their water systems before it's too late.

Live Science3 min read
Scientists Crack Why Ice Floats in Major Water Discovery
InnovationMar 31

Scientists Crack Why Ice Floats in Major Water Discovery

Researchers using ultra-fast X-ray lasers finally caught water in the act before freezing, solving a mystery about why this life-giving liquid behaves so strangely. The discovery reveals water exists in two distinct liquid states at the moment before it turns to ice.

Google News - Scientists Discover2 min read
Aging Populations Could Cut Global Water Use 31% by 2050
Planet WinsJan 26

Aging Populations Could Cut Global Water Use 31% by 2050

As water scarcity threatens communities worldwide, scientists discover an unexpected helper: aging populations could naturally reduce water demand by nearly a third within 25 years. The demographic shift offers surprising hope for water-stressed regions, especially across Asia.

Phys.org - Earth3 min read
New Filter Traps 98% of Forever Chemicals in Water
InnovationApr 9

New Filter Traps 98% of Forever Chemicals in Water

Australian scientists created a nano-sized "cage" that captures the toughest forever chemicals in drinking water, removing 98% of PFAS pollutants. The breakthrough could transform how we clean contaminated water supplies worldwide.

Health Daily3 min read
Nano-Cage Removes 98% of PFAS from Tap Water
SolutionsFeb 26

Nano-Cage Removes 98% of PFAS from Tap Water

Australian scientists have created a microscopic "cage" that captures the toughest water pollutants on Earth, removing up to 98% of PFAS chemicals from drinking water. The reusable technology could finally tackle forever chemicals that existing filters can't catch.

Phys.org2 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
Solar Panels Turn Ocean Water Into Drinking Water and Lithium
VideosJun 12

Solar Panels Turn Ocean Water Into Drinking Water and Lithium

Scientists created solar panels that desalinate ocean water without creating toxic waste while extracting valuable lithium for batteries. The technology mimics coffee stains to keep itself clean and could revolutionize water access worldwide.

Good News Network3 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
Solar Device Makes 18 Liters of Drinking Water Per Day
InnovationJan 22

Solar Device Makes 18 Liters of Drinking Water Per Day

Scientists solved the salt clog problem that kills most solar desalination systems, creating a device that turns seawater into fresh drinking water continuously. The prototype could bring clean water to 30% of the global population living in water-stressed, sun-rich areas.

Phys.org - Technology3 min read
50,000 Ghanaians Now Have Clean Water at Their Doorsteps
SolutionsMay 17

50,000 Ghanaians Now Have Clean Water at Their Doorsteps

More than 50,000 people in Ghana's Eastern and Ahafo regions are waking up to clean water flowing close to home, ending dangerous daily treks to distant, unsafe sources. A partnership between World Vision Ghana and Polytank Ghana Limited is transforming lives one water tank at a time.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool
InnovationJan 20

Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool

Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.

Nature News2 min read
Kano Governor Tackles Water Crisis With Chinese Partner
SolutionsApr 8

Kano Governor Tackles Water Crisis With Chinese Partner

Governor Abba Yusuf is overhauling Kano State's failing water treatment plants to bring clean drinking water to millions. After inspecting aging facilities, he's partnering with a Chinese water infrastructure firm to end the state's persistent water shortages.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read

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