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This article provides an overview of the work I am helping a client with in Northeast Oregon. Pretty humbling to have a section discussing me specifically!

#Sauget, #Illinois, was incorporated by #Monsanto in order to avoid paying property taxes in #East #St. #Louis. #LeePacoIndustries produced and directed the video. Solutia is a chemical manufacturer that has been in business for nearly 100 years. It manufactures various organic chemicals derived from benzene, including PCBs. The Solutia W.G. Krummrich Plant was formerly operated by Monsanto, which spun off its chemical business in 1997. It is located east of the Mississippi River along Illinois Route 3 in the American Bottom floodplain. EPA issued a RCRA 3008(h) Administrative Order on Consent (AOC) on May 3, 2000. On February 26, 2008, EPA issued a Final Decision to remediate soil and groundwater contamination. The $22 million remedy removes source areas of PCBs, benzene, chlorobenzenes, lead, and mercury, potentially impacting workers, contaminating groundwater, and migrating to the Mississippi River. In 2004, Solutia completed an interim remedy to contain, intercept, and collect contaminated groundwater discharging and causing environmental impacts to the Mississippi River. A groundwater migration control system, consisting of a slurry barrier wall keyed into bedrock and groundwater collection wells, was installed at the river's edge. Collected groundwater is treated at the American Bottom POTW. https://lnkd.in/gkayTGFf

Delta T - The theory says it should improve energy transfer The lab tests confirmed it does and can improve building heat up times by a factor of 3 compared with water. Real life application (20,000 litre heating system) confirms fast building heat up and a >25% energy saving. Building owners should ensure that water does what it should do - transfer energy efficiently before considering inhibition and microbiological control. ADD DELTA T

Spraying herbicides to kill cover crops is a common practice in farming. But have you ever wondered how the type of sprayer used can impact the results? This customer did, and the difference is astounding. By using a MagGrow system on one portion of his field and a conventional sprayer on the other, he was able to see a significant difference in the effectiveness of his herbicides. Check out the video to see for yourself! DM me to learn more. #farming #agriculture #MagGrow #herbicides #efficiency https://lnkd.in/gNwwGRMX

Study Examines Impacts of Increased Smoke on California Lakes

As highlighted in the recent CSA News article from ASA, CSSA, SSSA, "The Legacy of Lead in City Soils" by Tess Joosse, urban soils continue to bear the burden of historical industrial activities. The research featured in this article, including contributions from Dr. Daniel Richter of Duke University and my own work at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Brooklyn College, underscores the complexities and critical nature of addressing lead contamination. Key Takeaways: 1. Lead's chemical stability means it does not degrade easily, making it a persistent challenge in urban environments. 2. Tools like the portable X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers revolutionize our approach to detecting and managing soil contamination, offering rapid and precise measurements right in the field. 3. Utilizing historical documents and maps can guide us to better understand and tackle pollution hotspots by tracing back to their origins. 4. Urban gardening initiatives must consider soil safety to prevent lead exposure. It's crucial to integrate safe practices and remediation strategies in community gardening efforts. 5. Our outreach initiatives highlight the importance of community education in mitigating risks associated with contaminated soils, fostering a more informed public. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gQXuzPZ7 #UrbanSoils #LeadSafety #CSANews #SoilScience #HealthyCities #ScienceCommunication #researchcollab https://lnkd.in/giCq97RC

💢 How and why are we sliding back towards these barbaric, cruel and above all ecocidal practices in 21st century?!!? 🐺 ALL life has a right to life, to exist, fulfil their natural potential and behaviour, evolve and thrive! Why are politicians always pandering to the right wingers and allow for life to be murdered just so they score a few political points and keep their bottoms in the political chairs!?!? https://lnkd.in/dNtfcf5q

#QnAThursdays Why should I spend time collecting citizen science water quality data? Part 3!💧 Missed parts 1 and 2? Check out our feed! #waterandsociety #water #rivers #rivermonitoring #biomonitoring #citizenscience #sdg6 #waterislife #sor #stateofrivers #riverhealth #forcitizensbycitizens #waterquality #riverconservation #protectourrivers #research #community #knowledgeispower

🌿 Innovation in plant breeding is crucial for the advancement of agriculture, horticulture, and forestry. By applying for protection under the CPVR system, you're not only safeguarding your hard work but also contributing to a sustainable and diverse agricultural future. 🌾 The #SMEFund offers a fantastic opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to register their plant varieties with a significant financial advantage. A 75% reimbursement on the online application and examination fees is a substantial support, helping to lower the barriers for innovation and protection at the EU level. Remember, registering your plant variety grants you an exclusive right, allowing you to decide who can use it commercially in the EU. This right can be a crucial asset in your business strategy, providing a competitive edge in the market. 📈 Apply now and secure your 'green gold.' For more information and to start your application process, visit: https://lnkd.in/eEVcSv2C Together, let's cultivate a future where innovation in plant varieties thrives! 🌻💼🌍 #CPVO #PlantVarietyProtection #AgriculturalInnovation #SustainableFarming #Horticulture #Forestry #EUAgriInnovation

Opinion: Idaho needs leaders who will address water rights and find solutions "As a rancher in eastern Idaho, I know firsthand that water is life. Our agricultural operations depend on it, and controlling its use carries high stakes for all of us. People like me rely on water to stay in business and to provide Idahoans with commodities or the beef they need. But what happens when there's not enough water to go around? Groundwater users have already had their rights significantly reduced and faced a curtailment order that would have had a massive impact this spring. It’s a problem affecting our livelihoods—and soon, it will affect yours too. Water rights are a complex issue that requires Idaho's leaders to dig deep for solutions. We need lawmakers who are ready to listen to the people affected and address these critical issues, which are a true matter of life or death for our businesses and all businesses that serve Eastern Idaho." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gA6EBi6e