water pollution
Coverage of water pollution in the Nexus archive.
- Five things to know as data centers spread across rural America
Data centers in rural America consume vast amounts of water, with Google's Oklahoma facility using 1.1 billion gallons annually. Environmental and community concerns arise over water use, pollution, and land rezoning, as most new projects are planned in rural areas.
- Why some Central Texas residents are being asked not to water lawns following floods
Recent rainfall in Central Texas filled Highland Lakes but also introduced pollutants, leading authorities to ask Austin metro area residents to suspend outdoor watering to mitigate water contamination.
- Liberia: Stakeholders Sound Alarm On Pollution Crisis in Montserrado
Environmental experts, civil society organizations, community leaders, and government stakeholders in Liberia have expressed alarm over escalating soil, water, and waste pollution in Montserrado County. They are urging immediate action, stronger policies, and heightened public awareness to address the crisis.
- Polluted rain runoff from big box parking lots could see a crackdown
California cities are paying high costs to clean up water pollution from big box parking lot runoff. Environmental groups argue the state should hold businesses accountable for this pollution.
- Polluted rain runoff from big box parking lots could see a crackdown
California cities are paying high costs to clean up water pollution from parking lots, with environmental groups urging businesses to be held accountable.
- In Iowa, water pollution is a health threat that also disrupts summer fun
Iowa's waterways face significant pollution challenges due to agricultural runoff and sewage. This pollution poses a health threat and disrupts summer activities.
- Bathing warning issued after 'potential water pollution incident'
A bathing warning has been issued following a potential water pollution incident. The National Trust, which manages Portstewart Strand, is advising beach visitors to remain cautious.