Although the Ganges River Basin (GRB) has abundant water resources, the seasonal monsoon causes a mismatch in water supply and demand, which creates severe water-related challenges for the people living in the basin, the rapidly growing economy and the environment.

The carcinogenic "Erin Brockovich" chemical has contaminated the drinking water supply of nearly 200 million Americans across all 50 states, a new report found.

Scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University have developed a device for the rapid analysis of liquids on the content of hazardous substances -- such as heavy metals.

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the U.S., which makes for a perky population -- but it also creates a lot of used grounds.

At a cost of just 12 paisa per litre, the process is cheaper than reverse osmosis; it offers an affordable and sustainable solution to water scarcity

The paper aims at highlighting the need for developing wastewater reuse as a sector, identifying the interventions that could help in the development of this sector. It also identifies suitable structures that can help in mainstreaming the implementation of wastewater reuse projects in the country.

NASHIK: The civic body has decided to launch a special drive from September end to clean all water tanks in the city. The drive will be completed by December end.

CEOs whose businesses commit environmental crimes can now be tried in the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague.

A EWG analysis of federal data from nationwide drinking water tests shows that the compound contaminates water supplies for more than 200 million Americans in all 50 states.

The study points out that wastage due to leakages and indiscriminate use is adding to the growing problem.

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