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Thanks to the team at Center for Dairy Research for inviting me to speak on the fundamentals of swabbing for EMP. #Dairy #microbiology #biomerieux

FRIDAY LOOK BACK: "Of the many areas I am involved in, environmental protection is particularly close to my heart. A significant issue we face is the use of DDT in the rivers by fishermen, which makes catching fish easier but causes severe environmental damage. We organized a large group of fishermen from at least thirty villages along the Black Volta River. Last month, we held a forum that included these fishermen, the Paramount Chief and his sub-chiefs, government directors of the Environmental Protection Council for the area, and the police chiefs of the Bole and Kintampo districts. These are all the key players in enforcing the protection of our natural environment. This strategic meeting brought together all relevant stakeholders to address the problems and plan a united program to combat them. Ten people from various villages were chosen as monitors. These monitors will organize training sessions on the negative impact of harmful environmental practices and report anyone using banned chemicals in the rivers to the chiefs, police, and Environmental Protection Council. With this concerted effort from each body, we believe we will see improved health, and over time, a reversal of the damage done to the river and the fish population." ~ shared by Dr. David Mensah; April 1, 2004 #fridaylookback #environmentalprotection #sustainabledevelopment

For the third video in our Safe Drinking Water Act (the Act) 50th Anniversary Campaign series, Council Member Joseph Cotruvo, the former Director of the Drinking Water Standards Division at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), discusses the top three priorities for the next 25 years of drinking water regulations. Joe began at the EPA around the same time that the Act was passed, and shares valuable insights into the historical context and evolution of water regulations. Check out the video below.

A century after the advent of wet-barrel hydrants, standardization measures began to rein in the chaotic patchwork of hydrant specifications. Agencies like American Water Works Association, NSF and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) played a big role in getting standards on the books, and into the infrastructure. Read the latest installment of Hydrant History to learn how California water districts and manufacturers responded to the challenge. https://loom.ly/ZhzSNEk

More than 22,000 sites where service stations once operated have been identified as potential toxic hotspots across Australia. The NSW Environmental Protection Agency has labeled them “the single largest sector of contaminated sites” in the state, and states: “Proper assessment is crucial to ensuring that human health and the environment are protected from the potential impacts of contamination.” Find out what other former industrial sites have left an unwanted toxic legacy across the country in the latest Special Report from https://buff.ly/4h0obKD.

🔍💧 Stay Updated on Critical Clean Water Act Changes! 💧🔍 Curious about the recent Supreme Court ruling on Waters of the United States definition? Dive deep into the implications of the Sackett v. U.S. EPA case with insights from Briscoe Ivester & Bazel LLP! For years, CICWQ has closely monitored Clean Water Act regulatory affairs, especially concerning land use near wetlands, streams, and rivers. Now, get exclusive summaries from the experts on how the EPA is navigating this landmark decision and reshaping regulations. Don't miss out on this essential update on federal water policies! Click below to stay informed: 📖 Read Briscoe Ivester & Bazel's summaries here: https://lnkd.in/etzPMEji #CleanWaterAct #SupremeCourtRuling #WatersOfTheUS #EnvironmentalLaw #RegulatoryAffairs #WaterPolicy #CICWQ

This National Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week, we invite you to learn about the dangers of lead and how you can reduce and prevent lead exposure in your community. Register for a free session hosted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency:

Of course, you might think water reclamation facility operators just monitor machines all day... Meet Hallie! Her expertise helps ensure that millions of gallons of used water are properly treated daily. From tracking flow to adjusting treatment processes, she's part of the team working to protect our environment and the Arkansas River. Discover how operators like Hallie combine technical knowledge with environmental stewardship to serve our community. #LRWRA #UtilityCareers #BehindTheScenes Check back next week for another insightful "Of Course" video!

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🚨 Quick Action Alert! 🚨 Our Rapid Response team jumped into action following a 250-gallon oil spill. With precision and speed, our team of three maneuvered an air mover to clear 15 tons of contaminated rock and soil and safely disposed of the material. We ensure every step we take is in harmony with our commitment to environmental safety. #RapidResponse #EnvironmentalCare #CommunityFirst #24HourEnvironmentalCare #EnvironmentalSafetyFirst #RapidSpillResponse #HazardousSpillExperts #EmergencyCleanUp #IndustrialIncidentResponse #EnvironmentalSolutionsProvider