https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-LS8NFJBdA Stormwater Shepherds is an environmental not-for-profit working in stormwater. Their charter is to restore inland waterway environments by stopping plastic and urban pollution at
Car emissions are not limited to exhaust fumes that contribute to air pollution. They can also leak automotive fluid and release heavy metals that can
Commercial chemicals, particularly those designed to kill weeds and bugs often don’t discriminate. Finding their way into our water networks through absorption and runoff, they
8 million tonnes of plastic pollution enter our waterways and oceans each year, and stormwater conveys approximately 80% of this plastic waste. At this current rate
Heavy rains can pick up leaves, grass clippings, animal droppings, and other seemingly harmless decaying organic matter and push into our waterways through the stormwater
Unbeknownst to many, tyre wear and tear is a major source of microplastic pollution. It’s been estimated that pollution from tyre wear is 1,000 times
Sediment pollution is a major challenge in stormwater quality control. Increased urban development coupled with poor stormwater management practices makes the problem worse. Sediment polluted
PUBLICATION INFORMATION Graham Readfearn, The Guardian Wide-ranging review finds whales, dolphins, turtles and seabirds at mortal risk from marine debris Plastic bags and flexible packaging
Originally appeared on Softening Water Plastic is the all-time material used for storing and transporting foods, drinks, and water. It is loved for its lightweight
Originally appeared on The Conversation The impact of car travel on the environment is well known. Exhaust emissions pollute the atmosphere with gases that raise
