Sunlight makes microplastics leak hidden chemicals into water, creating pollution that spreads far beyond plastic pieces.

Global public opinion poll measures views on freshwater challenges. As the world’s weather flips more rapidly between the poles of too wet and too dry, the general public is taking notice. Fifty-eight ...

Researchers explain how nitrate from farming and fish ponds moves through water and pollutes freshwater lakes.

HB 479 is sponsored by Rep. Randy Maggard, who comes from a politically well-connected family in Pasco County. His brother is ...

Parts of North America are poised to become “hotspots of water scarcity” within decades, partly because pollutants will make some water sources harder to use, scientists warned on Tuesday, urging ...

Nitrate pollution has become one of the most widespread water quality challenges in intensively farmed regions around the ...

Understand the significance of nitrates from chemical fertilizer and manure in farming and their implications for the environment.

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After years of investing millions to improve the municipal sewer system, the town is looking at the next round of upgrades at ...