by John R Grizz Deal | Sep 17, 2024 | Blog, Mining, Water Pollution
Acid mine drainage poses a major problem to the environment and drinking water resources in the surrounding area. We will explore remediation techniques, mitigation techniques, and the environmental and economic hazards which stem from acid mine drainage. Examples of...
by Eleanor Cabell | Sep 16, 2024 | Blog, Irrigation
Let’s talk acequias. Acequias are a form of irrigation that has been used for hundreds of years. In the US, acequias are most well known for their use throughout New Mexico. Acequias use a community-based approach to regulate water resources. Acequias are essentially...
by Eleanor Cabell | Aug 30, 2024 | Blog, Environment
Close your eyes and think of a thunder storm, wait wait come back you can’t read with your eyes closed!While your eyes were closed what did you think of? What came to mind? Did you think of the sounds ofthe thunder and the smell of the rain? Rain has a distinct smell...
by Eleanor Cabell | Aug 16, 2024 | Blog, Environment
Geothermal energy is a clean, renewable, and reliable source of energy that is generated by the heatfrom the Earth’s core. It is a form of energy that is increasingly being used to power homes, businesses,and communities around the world. In this article, we...
by Eleanor Cabell | Aug 9, 2024 | Blog, Environment, Uncategorized
Access to clean water is a fundamental human right that is essential for survival and development.However, in many parts of the world, women and girls are disproportionately affected by the lack ofaccess to clean water. Women play a crucial role in managing household...
by Eleanor Cabell | Aug 2, 2024 | Blog, Environment
The 2023 UN Water Conference brought together world leaders, experts, and organizations to discusspressing water and sanitation challenges faced by the global community. With a focus on achieving theUN’s Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which aims to...
by Eleanor Cabell | Jul 26, 2024 | Blog, Drought, Environment, Irrigation
Water is a vital resource for life on Earth, and the water cycle is an essential process that helps to sustainit. The water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is the continuous movement of water from thesurface of the Earth to the atmosphere and back again....
by Eleanor Cabell | Jul 19, 2024 | Blog, Environment
Glaciers are magnificent and awe-inspiring creations of nature. Often called “rivers of ice,” these frozengiants have played a crucial role in shaping the Earth’s landscapes throughout history. In some waysglaciers more resemble a living creature...
by Eleanor Cabell | Jul 12, 2024 | Blog, Environment
China, the world’s most populous country, is facing an enormous challenge when it comes to ensuringclean and safe water for its 1.4 billion people. With rapid industrialization, urbanization, and economicgrowth, water resources have been under immense pressure,...
by Eleanor Cabell | Jul 5, 2024 | Blog, Environment
Tsunamis are one of the most destructive natural disasters known to humankind. These massivewaves are often triggered by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and even impactsfrom meteorites.Tsunamis are typically caused by large earthquakes that...
