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 6, 2023 | Fresh Water, Outdoor Water, Personal Action, Potable Water, Science, Waste Water
Sensor clusters by another name A sonde is a type of instrument that is used for environmental monitoring. It typically consists of a sensor or set of sensors that are used to measure various parameters, such as temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, and conductivity....
by Tom McNamara | Feb 3, 2023 | Outdoor Water, Potable Water, Science
What is swarm logic Swarm logic is a concept that is inspired by the behavior of certain natural systems, such as ant colonies, bee hives, and flocks of birds. These systems exhibit a high level of coordination and cooperation among their members, and can accomplish...
by Tom McNamara | Feb 2, 2023 | Fresh Water, Outdoor Water, Personal Action, Science
What is river monitoring? River monitoring refers to the ongoing observation and measurement of physical, chemical, and biological parameters in rivers. The purpose of river monitoring is to gather data on the health of rivers and streams, identify trends over time,...
by Tom McNamara | Jan 31, 2023 | Personal Action, Potable Water
Turbidity meters Turbidity meters are instruments used to measure the turbidity of a liquid, which is a measure of the amount of suspended particles in the liquid. In the context of monitoring drinking water, turbidity meters are used to measure the clarity of the...
