by Liam Smith | February 8, 2024 | Social Media, Uncategorized
Acid mine drainage poses a major problem to the environment and drinking water resources in the surrounding area. We will explore remediation techniques, mitigation techniques, and the environmental and economic hazards which stem from acid mine drainage. Examples of...
by Liam Smith | February 1, 2024 | IX Water, Social Media
TLDR: Landfill leachate is a liquid waste product that forms as water interacts with waste materials in landfills. It contains a mixture of pollutants and must be carefully collected, treated, and managed to prevent environmental contamination and safeguard human...
by Liam Smith | January 24, 2024 | Industry, Social Media, Water
A Rolling mill. You can see the steel being cooled with a continuous water spray. Steel mills use tens of millions of gallons of water each day. Steel production takes a lot of water. Water is a crucial component in industrial steelmaking processes, primarily used for...
by Liam Smith | January 23, 2024 | Location, Social Media, Water
TLDR Version: Great Salt Lake (USA): Located in Utah, the Great Salt Lake is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. It’s saltier than the ocean and has an interesting history of resource extraction and conservation efforts. Great Salt Lake:...
by Liam Smith | January 23, 2024 | Location, Social Media, Water
TLDR Version: Lake Nyos (Cameroon): This African lake is known for a tragic event in 1986 when a sudden release of carbon dioxide from its depths suffocated nearby villagers, resulting in the deaths of nearly 1,800 people and countless livestock. Lake Nyos: The Silent...
by Liam Smith | January 23, 2024 | Location, Social Media, Water
TLDR Version: Lake Titicaca (Peru/Bolivia): Lake Titicaca is not only the largest lake in South America but also the highest navigable lake in the world. It has a rich history, with several ancient cultures, including the Incas, considering it sacred. Lake Titicaca:...
