An ancient technique for purifying water may offer new hope for the over 1 billion people who have no access to clean drinking water. The Moringa oleifera tree has been used for hundreds of years by people in Sudan to purify water, as well as for food. The method has never been widely disseminated, but in 2010 a publication by Michael Lea revealed the Moringa tree’s … [Read more...] about Seeds of Moringa Tree Used to Purify Water
Cool Benefits of Clean Air Filters During the Heatwave
Do you feel like jumping in a pool of ice water just to cool off from this scorching heat? But then again, what chance does the ice stand before it quickly becomes lukewarm water? It’s not just sweat that we have to be concerned about or how uncomfortable the heat makes us feel, but the health risks that result from the intensity of how hot it is outdoors. As we watch … [Read more...] about Cool Benefits of Clean Air Filters During the Heatwave
The World of Water Education: Project WET
Instead of focusing on a Water Charity this Tuesday, we chose nonprofit organization Project WET. This organization focuses on water education through reaching out to teachers, community members, children, and parents in the United States and around the world. Project WET achieves this goal through publishing informative water materials in different languages, creating school … [Read more...] about The World of Water Education: Project WET
Charity Tuesday: Rachel’s Ninth Birthday Wish for Charity Water
Instead of asking for gifts like most girls turning nine, Rachel Beckwith only asked that her friends and family donate to Charity: Water so that more children would live to see their fifth birthday. When her own birthday arrived on June 12, she had raised $220 -- a very admirable amount, but $80 short of her goal. Sadly, Rachel was involved in a serious car accident. She … [Read more...] about Charity Tuesday: Rachel’s Ninth Birthday Wish for Charity Water
Fighting the Heat – Chicago Urges Citizens Not to Open Fire Hydrants
You've seen the image before. A hot summer day, everyone sweating, and a fire hydrant is opened up. Water goes everywhere and kids scream in delight. While we all view that as classic summer fun, a recent article in the New York Times suggests that the city of Chicago isn't eager to join in on the fun because opening up a fire hydrant is illegal. And now the city is looking for … [Read more...] about Fighting the Heat – Chicago Urges Citizens Not to Open Fire Hydrants
