A Watershed of Opportunity to Connect Youth with Local Waterways
Eighty-five students showed up to test the water, assess the fish and macroinvertebrate life, and to better understand their role in water stewardship[ as part of Buffalo Grove High School's Watershed Day.
A Watershed of Opportunity to Connect Youth with Local Waterways
In this edition of Global Water Works newsletter, we look at events and tools to engage young minds in our waterways. And, we keep our focus on those who most need water, supporting rainwater harvesting systems in India and Africa.
The Immeasurable Value of a Watershed
Introduction: Watersheds are vital ecosystems that play a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of our planet's ecology. These expansive areas, often overlooked, serve as the lifeblood of the environment, providing a myriad of essential services that sustain both human and natural communities. From supplying clean drinking water to su...Read Article
The Impact of Clean Drinking Water in an African Village
Access to clean drinking water is one of the most critical needs for any community, especially in regions of Africa where water scarcity and pollution present severe challenges to public health and livelihoods. In rural African villages, where people often rely on unsafe water sources, the introduction of clean drinking water can transform the ...Read Article
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SUCCESS STORIES:
Watershed Wonders: Students Dive into Science to Evaluate Watershed Quality with Lake County Lake Lovers
Eighty-five students from Buffalo Grove High School joined 21 volunteers from Lake County Lake Lovers on Monday, Sept. 9, for the first Watershed Day to evaluate watershed quality through 5 interactive stations to make science come alive in the Buffalo Creek Watershed. Experience this full day of hands-on learning compressed to 12 minutes to se...Read Article
TOOLS: Actionable Intel on Soil, Water
Assess the Power of Data-Driven Erosion Management and Shape New Software
Managing erosion and protecting water quality requires precise data and targeted solutions. Erosia, a new data aggregation and visualization software, promises to identify erosion hotspots and implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) with greater accuracy. The brainchild of high school student and surfer Kaiden Simon, whose favorite surf site...Read Article
Xylem, LaMotte sponsor kits to connect youth with water
How do you connect youth with our water? EarthEcho's citizen science kits may provide a clue. Activating/engaging youth is key to EarthEcho's vision - building a durable conservation movement that can move with the speed and audacity needed to transform the future. EarthEcho collaborates with youth around the world to provide knowledge and dev...
PROFILE: WEFTEC - Global Tech Exhibition and Conference Expected to Attract 20,000
WEFTEC Leading Future of Water in New Orleans Oct. 5-9
The Water Environment Federation (WEF), founded in 1928 as the American Sewage and Industrial Waste Association, has evolved to address modern water management challenges. Renamed in 1960, WEF focuses on promoting knowledge exchange among water professionals through initiatives like WEFTEC, its annual technology exhibition and conference, which ...
CALENDAR:
Friday, October 4 at 7:30 AM CDT
Engaging Youth at the World of Water Action Forum
Expand your network and your knowledge when you join hands with water leaders across the globe. We will hear from youth who are impacting their local waterways and innovating on global solutions. And a lively discussion will allow all to ask questions and lend insights to this "soul search" of sorts for water solutions. AGENDA – Starts at 8:30...RSVP
Saturday, Oct 5 at 8:00 AM CDT to Wednesday, Oct. 9
WEFTEC 2024 - Leading the Future of Water
Educational Content Whether you’re looking to drill down into specific topics in wastewater treatment, find solutions around zero liquid discharge, or stay updated on collection system trends, WEFTEC offers valuable learning opportunities for anyone working in the water sector. Check out the Schedule at a Glance, Technical Sessions, Workshops, ...
COLLABORATION:
We can go fast alone, but far together.... If you're seeking to engage stakeholders across your watershed, consider a Global Water Works collaboration space. Groups already exist for women, NextGen, World of Water Action Forum, and the Water Tower. And, you can have a custom group to support your initiative!
Be a Global Water Ambassador....
It starts with connecting in the community and then connecting your watershed stakeholders to plan and track progress. The global directory also allows you to invite peers to join you and find members near you! TIP: If you are attending #WEFTEC or another conference, you can open "members near you" to find members of the community in New Orleans.... Visit the Community
The WaterMark 9-26-24
9 And it shall be that every living thing that moves, wherever [a]the rivers go, will live. There will be a very great multitude of fish, because these waters go there; for they will be healed, and everything will live wherever the river goes. Ezekiel 47:9
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