Currentcast

A community’s perception of their river had to be changed before they believed it was worth the effort to clean it up. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

By recording underwater sounds in the Great Lakes, researchers can learn more about fish habits and distribution. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

The link between trees and clean water. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Increasing the number of ciscoes in the Great Lakes helps support larger fish, too. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Floating gardens in the Chicago River provide new habitat for wildlife. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Cities are using green infrastructure to meet EPA clean water standards. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Hellbender salamander populations are declining because of poor water quality.  Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

In some areas, invasive mussels are removing too much phosphorus from the water. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Drinking wastewater… it’s not as far-fetched as you might think. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

A fountain in Milwaukee provides beauty and cleaner water. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Scientists listen in on a world of underwater sound. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

A new tool can help city and regional planners see the benefits of planting trees. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

“Lake herring” are making a comeback in the Great Lakes. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Efforts by public and private groups have treated mine drainage and cleared up the water of the Kiski-Conemaugh rivers. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Proper care and maintenance is key for maintaining private septic systems. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Over time, dirt roads can get pounded down and worn away, turning into gutters when it rains. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

Trading grey pipes for green spaces is helping cities control storm-water runoff. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

If well water is contaminated by fertilizer runoff, septic discharges, or animal waste, it could put babies at risk. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

A leaky toilet could waste hundreds of gallons of water a year. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

The humble rain barrel can help you conserve water while saving money. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.