As the world marks the 55th Earth Day, themed “Planet vs. Plastics,” government delegations, business representatives, scientists, and community advocates are simultaneously gathering in Ottawa, Canada to advance negotiations for the first-ever global treaty on plastic pollution. “Turning Off the Tap” of Plastic Production and Pollution From the depths of the oceans to the slopes […]
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National Groundwater Awareness Week | Our Least Protected Natural Resource Needs All Communities at the (Water) Table!
Each year, the National Groundwater Association (NGWA) sponsors a week of awareness, education and advocacy on the importance of groundwater to people’s health and the environment. This year, National Groundwater Awareness Week has kicked off from March 10-16th, with an aim of proactively engaging local communities, students, private well owners and all stakeholders in the sustainable management of their groundwater resources – now and for generations to come!