Drinking water

Five Talented Women Scientists from the Global South Win OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Research Prize for Their Work on New Ways to Tackle Water Quality Issue

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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The 2024 OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards have recognized women-led science from more than 20 low- and middle-income countries since 2013

Key Points: 
  • The prize also acknowledges the scientists’ commitment to leadership, mentoring and engagement within their communities, including the translation of research into actionable insights for stakeholders.
  • We are so proud of them and are sure this prize is just one step on their path to success."
  • By offering this prize, we want to spotlight the important research undertaken by the women who've become inspiring role models for communities most affected by this issue."
  • To find out how the OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Award helps shape our understanding of the global South, read more about the 2023 winners here .

Global Water Center Receives Nearly $500K From The Coca-Cola Foundation to Help Decrease Worldwide Water Poverty

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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“The Coca-Cola Foundation’s generosity has significantly accelerated the Global Water Center’s ability, and that of our partners, to help more people have access to safe and reliable drinking water,” said Thomas Johnston, Chief Executive Officer of the Global Water Center.

Key Points: 
  • “The Coca-Cola Foundation’s generosity has significantly accelerated the Global Water Center’s ability, and that of our partners, to help more people have access to safe and reliable drinking water,” said Thomas Johnston, Chief Executive Officer of the Global Water Center.
  • Then The Coca-Cola Foundation gave the Global Water Center an additional $149,500 to support the delivery of online courses, create new capacity building material, and provide technical assistance.
  • Through the partnership of The Coca-Cola Foundation, the Global Water Center will rapidly expand its courses and technical assistance to address water scarcity and energy challenges in regions where people have limited access to safe and reliable water.
  • Ultimately, the funding will be used to help decrease water poverty worldwide.

Oasis Water Pioneers Community Development by Providing Clean Water in Rural Ugandan Towns

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Oasis Water.Org , founded in 2021 by Kabugo Mickdad, aims to bridge the gap between dire community needs and widespread access to drinking water.

Key Points: 
  • Oasis Water.Org , founded in 2021 by Kabugo Mickdad, aims to bridge the gap between dire community needs and widespread access to drinking water.
  • At its core, Oasis Water.Org believes clean water is the foundation of all community development needs.
  • Oasis Water.Org was founded to fulfill Kabugo’s mission to provide access to clean water across the nation, focusing on underserved, rural communities.
  • Oasis Water.Org is not just about clean water and sanitation; it’s about unlocking human potential by fulfilling basic needs.”

NEW SURVEY FROM TRUE LEMON REVEALS THAT HYDRATION IS ONE KEY TO HAPPINESS

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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BALTIMORE, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- While it's no secret that hydration is essential for health, a new survey commissioned by True Lemon and conducted by OnePoll uncovered its impact on overall happiness for Americans. Among the 2,000 respondents, 46% who drank the most water (10+ glasses a day) said they were very happy compared to only 22% of those who drank the least water (1-3 glasses a day).

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- While it's no secret that hydration is essential for health, a new survey commissioned by True Lemon and conducted by OnePoll uncovered its impact on overall happiness for Americans.
  • Those that drank the most water also reported finding happiness and appreciating the little things in their days.
  • "Adding a packet of True Lemon to your water allows you to reap all the hydration benefits of drinking water by making it delicious."
  • **This random double-opt-in survey of 2,000 general population Americans was commissioned by True Lemon between Feb. 16 and Feb. 22, 2024.

Norfolk Southern reaches agreement in principle to settle East Palestine derailment class action

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Tuesday that it has reached a $600 million agreement in principle to resolve a consolidated class action lawsuit relating to the East Palestine derailment. If approved by the court, the agreement will resolve all class action claims within a 20-mile radius from the derailment and, for those residents who choose to participate, personal injury claims within a 10-mile radius from the derailment.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Tuesday that it has reached a $600 million agreement in principle to resolve a consolidated class action lawsuit relating to the East Palestine derailment.
  • If approved by the court, the agreement will resolve all class action claims within a 20-mile radius from the derailment and, for those residents who choose to participate, personal injury claims within a 10-mile radius from the derailment.
  • This is another promise kept by Norfolk Southern to make it right for the people of East Palestine and the surrounding communities.
  • This settlement furthers the work Norfolk Southern has done to make it right in East Palestine and the surrounding communities.

UpEnergy announces Tanzania's first Article 6 authorisation for carbon credits from cleaner cookstoves

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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KAMPALA, Uganda, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UpEnergy, a social enterprise with a mission to channel climate finance to fight energy poverty through decarbonisation projects, today announced it has secured a historic letter of authorisation (LOA) from the Government of Tanzania. The new LOA represents the country's first-ever carbon credits authorised for corresponding adjustments under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.

Key Points: 
  • The new LOA represents the country's first-ever carbon credits authorised for corresponding adjustments under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement .
  • The announcement also marks the first Korean-based company to acquire Article 6-authorised credits from Tanzania, with Ecoeye purchasing the first issuance of these credits.
  • The authorisation for corresponding adjustments based on the first transfer will significantly contribute to the development of the Article 6 pathway within Tanzania.
  • The ongoing work is part of the Community Carbon initiative launched by UpEnergy, which supports communities by reinvesting project revenue back into project areas centered on cleaner cooking and safe drinking water.

How to keep your kidneys healthy – and how to spot when things are going wrong

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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To keep your kidneys healthy there are several things you can do to help yourself.

Key Points: 
  • To keep your kidneys healthy there are several things you can do to help yourself.
  • Don’t let your kidneys dry out; make sure you drink a decent amount of fluid every day.
  • Drinking water is the best way to keep your kidneys hydrated, but any fluid such as tea or fruit-flavoured drinks are fine.
  • Smoking is bad for your kidneys, as it closes up the blood vessels in the kidneys and also increases blood pressure.

Considering the Barriers to Clean, Safe Water on World Water Day

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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CREEMORE, Ontario, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As we approach World Water Day on March 22, Water First Education and Training Inc. wants to know what safe water means to you.

Key Points: 
  • CREEMORE, Ontario, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As we approach World Water Day on March 22, Water First Education and Training Inc. wants to know what safe water means to you.
  • For most of us, safe water means not even considering the act of turning on the tap, cooking dinner, or taking a shower.
  • Reflecting on the importance of World Water Day and raising awareness of the disproportionate effects of climate change and the number of drinking water advisories in Indigenous communities, John Millar, Water First’s Founder and Executive Director, says, “To me, safe water means the ability to feel respected because everyone should have access to safe, clean drinking water in Canada.
  • “To me, safe water means turning on the tap and not wondering if the source of the water was safe, or considering what equipment was used by how many skilled people,” says Water First Project Manager Krysta Wordock.

Artesian Resources Corporation Reports 2023 Year-End Earnings and Fourth Quarter Results

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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NEWARK, Del., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA), a leading provider of water and wastewater services, and related services, on the Delmarva Peninsula, today announced earnings results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • NEWARK, Del., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA), a leading provider of water and wastewater services, and related services, on the Delmarva Peninsula, today announced earnings results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.
  • The primary refund calculation for both 2023 and 2022 was based on the average loan balance outstanding.
  • “In April 2023 we filed a request for an increase in water rates in our Delaware operations.
  • Federal and state income tax expense increased $0.3 million, or 32.4%, primarily due to higher pre-tax income in 2023 compared to 2022.

2024 APEGA Summit Award Recipients Announced

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Edmonton, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) has announced the recipients of this year’s Summit Awards.

Key Points: 
  • Edmonton, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) has announced the recipients of this year’s Summit Awards.
  • The annual Summit Awards Gala will take place on Thursday, April 25, in Edmonton and returns to a fully in-person event this year.
  • More information about the gala, as well as biographies and photos of recipients are available online at apega.ca/summit-awards/gala.
  • Congratulations to the 2024 APEGA Summit Award recipients:
    Dr. William (Bill) Rosehart, P.Eng., from Calgary, is receiving the Centennial Leadership Award for his work as a professional engineer, professor, and dean of the University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering (Schulich).