by Deborah A. Deal, APR | May 6, 2020 | Environment, Fashion, Industrial Pollution, Labor
The average American owns seven pairs and buys four new pairs every year. They are the most popular garment ever, aside from socks and underwear. At any point in time, anthropologists say half the world is wearing them. Five billion pairs are produced annually. And,...
by Deborah A. Deal, APR | May 4, 2020 | Environment, Fashion, Industrial Pollution, Industry, Sustainable Fashion, Uncategorized
Of course while many folks are stuck in the house for the COVID-19 pandemic, the temptation exists to zone out on TV. And, for those who love to shop, the lure of the shopping networks is even greater now. And, why not? The hosts are attractive with soothing voices...
by Deborah A. Deal, APR | Apr 29, 2020 | Drinking Water, Environment, Industrial Wastewater, Industry, IX Water, O & G Produced Wastewater, Uncategorized, Wastewater
Often, when people talk about “the community” or the concept of community, they tend to ignore the fact that the environment is a critical part of it. We rely on the natural resources that the environment provides to survive, and it is our responsibility to...
by Deborah A. Deal, APR | Apr 22, 2020 | Climate Change, Drinking Water, Environment, Fire, IX Power Clean Water, IX Water, Uncategorized, Wastewater, Wildfire
In many climates, summer means wildfire season. A wildfire is an uncontrolled, unwanted, and unplanned fire that burns a wildland area. Wildfires are accepted by scientists today as a natural part of many ecosystems, and have an important role in maintaining a balance...
by Deborah A. Deal, APR | Apr 22, 2020 | Climate Change, Drinking Water, Environment, IX Power Clean Water, IX Water, Uncategorized, Wastewater
It’s 2020 and while 71% of people can just turn on a faucet there are still an enormous number – 2.2 billion – without a safely managed source of water. Many – 435 million – can still only collect water by trudging yards, and even miles to fulfill their...
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