Water

Researchers detected increased radioactivity in mussels downstream of oil and gas wastewater discharge points, raising concerns about effects up the food chain.

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Researchers worry that the “forever chemicals” could disproportionately harm farmworkers and communities of color.

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The utility nears a major milestone, while new federal regulations will speed up the transition away from lead pipes across the country.

In 2012, Denver Water exceeded the lead action level of 15 parts per billion set by the Environmental Protection Agency, coming in at 17 parts per billion.

“There was an industry push. There was a lead lobby, as hard as it is to believe that…it will poison you, but lead will last thousands of years.”

A bit oldie

Indigenous people, environmentalists and lawmakers of both parties fear more mining in British Columbia’s Golden Triangle could pollute Alaska’s waterways.

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Water bill rises: Warning millions will struggle to pay [UK]

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