Water Resources

Rivers Found Releasing Ancient Carbon into Atmosphere

A new global study finds that rivers release CO₂ from ancient carbon stores—altering our understanding of nature’s role in regulating the climate.

Coastal Flooding Happens More Often Than We Realize

Sunny day floods are becoming routine in coastal towns, yet traditional monitoring tools fail to capture their true frequency. Here’s how new sensor data changes everything.

Crystals That Squeeze Water from Thin Air

A new Japanese innovation promises water on demand—from a crystal. By applying pressure to a specialized copper-chromium compound, researchers can extract visible water droplets, opening the door to survival tech that works in any climate.

Rust That Saves

Can rust really save us from PFOS pollution? Groundbreaking research from Stevens Institute of Technology shows that ordinary iron powder might be the key to affordable, large-scale water purification.

Smart App Helps California Save Water, One Drop at a Time

A smart water-tracking app reduced household water use by 6%, offering a powerful low-cost tool for long-term conservation in drought-stricken California.

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