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It’s Plastic Free July!

Dave Gaylinn posted on 7/20/2022 8:29:00 AM

“Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans and beautiful communities,” according to the event’s website.

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What do PFAS health advisories tell us?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 6/28/2022 11:39:00 AM

Last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released lifetime health advisories for four different per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which you may know better as PFAS. This step has triggered a complicated situation.

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Naturally pulling water from thin air

Dave Gaylinn posted on 6/3/2022 9:30:00 AM

A recent demonstration at the University of Texas at Austin shows a low-cost device that can pull water out of the air.

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Does drinking water go bad?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/20/2022 11:18:00 AM

Do we need to dump old water out of water bottles?

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Some cool water tips as it heats up

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/16/2022 2:30:00 PM

As the weather heats up in several parts of the United States, responsible outdoor water use is very important.

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Let the genie out of the bottle

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/13/2022 1:39:00 PM

While bottled water serves a valuable purpose as a beverage, there are some drawbacks of which to be aware.

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Cybersecurity worth the investment

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/10/2022 11:41:00 AM

Having the right equipment and staff to develop and maintain strong cybersecurity systems is an essential need for water systems. Just as water systems pay to protect their water supply from physical attacks, they’re also paying for cybersecurity. These costs may be included in your water bill.

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Colorado River receives dubious distinction

Dave Gaylinn posted on 4/22/2022 8:26:00 AM

The Colorado River, which serves as a freshwater source for more than 40 million people in seven states and parts of Mexico, has recently been named the country’s “most endangered” by American Rivers.

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Back to the Future for Water Supply

Dave Gaylinn posted on 4/22/2022 8:21:00 AM

Facing the loss of water due to climate change and run off, the Sierra Nevada region of Spain is restoring a centuries-old system to collect more water. MemoLab is helping with the project.

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Know when to turn it on

Dave Gaylinn posted on 3/23/2022 1:40:00 PM

It’s important to wait until after your community’s last freeze before turning your home's irrigation system on. Beginning to water your lawn too early could have a devastating impact. Water expands when it freezes in an irrigation line, which could lead to expensive breaks.

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