Jan 07
Scientists listen in on a world of underwater sound. Listen up: When Aaron Rice eavesdrops on a conversation, he hears plenty of pops, purrs, clicks and grunts. As Research Associate at the Bioacoustics Research Program at Cornell University, he listens to fish. The sounds usually have something to do with aggression or reproduction – and …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.currentcast.org/sustainable-fisheries/fish-talk/
Jan 03
Public and private groups have treated mine drainage and cleared up the water of the Kiski-Conemaugh. Listen up: Reckner: “When I was a little girl, I grew up along the banks of the river, and we used to go splash around in the water….and when we would come out, our clothes would be stained orange…” …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.currentcast.org/toxic-contamination/a-pennsylvania-river-reveals-its-true-colors/
Jan 01
Over time, dirt roads can get pounded down and worn away, turning into gutters when it rains. Get the dirt on this: Dirt roads may be picturesque, but they muddy nearby waters if they’re not properly maintained. Pennsylvania has almost 20,000 miles of unpaved roads, and some have been around for 200 years. Over time, …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.currentcast.org/stormwater-management/caring-for-the-roads-less-traveled/
Dec 18
Native prairie grasses aren’t just pretty—they also improve water quality across the Midwest. Listen up: How do we love native grassland prairies? Let us count the ways—or at least, let us recount the number one water-related way: When restored, native grassland prairies can improve water quality big-time, and help prevent erosion during heavy rains. Once …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.currentcast.org/green-infrastructure/prairie-grasses/
Dec 17
Dams can benefit society—and harm river ecosystems. Listen up for why it’s important to balance the good with the bad: Dams can create a reservoir to hold water, protect areas from floods, or generate clean electricity. All good, right? But wait, there’s more: A dam also physically blocks migrating fish and changes the overall biology …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.currentcast.org/water-and-energy/dams-the-good-and-the-bad/
