by Tom McNamara | Sep 12, 2023 | All, Events, Impacts, Pollution
What is water pollution? Water pollution refers to the contamination or degradation of water bodies, including lakes, rivers, oceans, groundwater, and even drinking water sources, by various pollutants. These pollutants can be of natural origin or result from human...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 27, 2023 | Fresh Water, Outdoor Water, Solutions
What is a scrape A scrape is a technique used in river and wetland management that involves creating shallow areas in a body of water to mimic natural processes and promote biodiversity. The technique is typically used in areas where the water has become too deep due...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 24, 2023 | Fresh Water, Potable Water, Science
What is water hardness Water hardness refers to the concentration of dissolved minerals, specifically calcium and magnesium, in water. These minerals can be naturally occurring or come from sources such as agricultural and industrial runoff. Hard water can have a...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 20, 2023 | All
Turbidity meter Turbidity meters are instruments used to measure the turbidity, or cloudiness, of a liquid. Turbidity is a measure of the amount of suspended particles in a liquid, and can be caused by a variety of factors such as sediment, algae, bacteria, or other...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 17, 2023 | Personal Action
Gardening actions There are several actions that individuals can take in their gardens to help improve water quality on a national scale in the UK. Here are a few examples: Reduce use of chemicals: Chemicals such as fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides can have a...
