Commentary

Sustainability in the pipeline: securing water and sanitation for the future

On October 7, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

“We have to do things better and faster,” said Alejandro Jimenez, water, sanitation and hygiene (Wash) specialist at SIWI. “Faster, because we will not achieve access for all at this rate of implementation. And better, because at present we cannot keep services functional once they are constructed.” round 90% of people in our region live […]

 

A trash-eating water drone is about to clean the busiest port in Europe

On October 6, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

If you’re in the Netherlands in the next few months, keep an eye on the ports: there are garbage collectors in Rotterdam wading in the water. These aren’t actual human trash collectors, mind you, but water drones. But it’s the bigger Waste Shark, which Port Technology reports is about the size of a passenger car […]

 

Beautiful aerial photographs reveal how wildlife looks from above … – Daily Mail

On October 6, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

The beauty of nature is absolutely breathtaking. It reminds you of where we are in the grand scheme of thing. Wild animals are some of the best parts of the great outdoors. But we usually only see them one way. These amazing aerial photographs give a whole new perspective on the animals that make up […]

 

Jesus turned water into wine for a reason: UK vicar applies for alcohol licence – The Indian Express

On October 5, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Could UK churches be saved by getting pissed? While it seems quite the conflict of interest between the duty of the church and it’s parishioners, would communities benefit from such a conversion in order to continue within the community. Everyone understand the church’s position within any community. It provides guidance to those who believe and/or […]

 

Adorable baby elephant rescued from water tank – The Telegraph – Telegraph.co.uk

On October 5, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

A baby elephant was frightened by nearby firecrackers while drinking from a water tank. Officials then opened up the water tank and used a digger to free the baby elephant who was then reunited with the rest of its herd. The elephant came across the tank while being driven into a forest in Tarmil Nadu, […]

 

FRANK Water on tap at Always The Sun festival – Get Surrey

On October 4, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

tap water. unlimited free refills of filtered water at soething called Always the Sun. they have joined with FRANK water to partake in the festives over the weekend. FRANK works with communities to supply fresh safe water. they will be selling refillable bottles at the festival that entitles you to FREE water throughout the weekend! […]

 

How can we better value water as global shortages start to threaten economies?

On October 3, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

economies are being threatened by global shortages such as water which is essential drinking, household chores, for farming, which leads to busineess of manufacturing, which leads to life. the weathe ris changing, more people are being born. there is a prediction that by 2050 a couple countries will have little to no water and the […]

 

Your Water Quality Testing Made Easy

On October 1, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

When living in the wild world of water treatment there comes a time when the water sample must be tested. The fine folks at Photonic Measurements have just the answer to this common problem. Using preloaded methods from reagent manufacturers their innovative analyzer makes the sample testing simple and fun without the need to break […]

 

Google’s Pixel Phones Should Just About Survive a Rain Shower – Gizmodo UK

On October 1, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

According to some recent reports released there is a claim that Google’s new upcoming pair of pixel phones will not be water-resistant. Android Police reports that the new handsets will be IP53-rated. This basically means that they will not do well when exposed to water. The number three in the IP53 means that the phone […]

 

Young obese single mum sheds nine stone after drinking more water and walking – Mirror.co.uk

On September 30, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

After taking a look in the mirror one morning an obese Australian woman of a three year old autistic son decided she wanted to get in better shape. She gave up drinking soda and other sugary beverages and began drinking more water. Along with this she took nice walks and tried some light workouts at […]