Water Pollution

Water pollution refers to the contamination of rivers, lakes, oceans, groundwater and other water bodies by harmful substances or waste. It can result from industrial discharge, agriculture, sewage, plastics, chemicals and other human activities that alter water quality and aquatic ecosystems. Water pollution affects biodiversity, drinking water supplies, food systems and human health, and is closely linked to environmental degradation and climate-related pressures.

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Norway can lead the fight against plastic pollutionScience

Norway can lead the fight against plastic pollution

Norway's long, rugged coastline – more than 28,953 kilometers long, including the fjords – suffers from plastic pollution even though it is so remote. It's…
SourceSourceJuly 5, 2024 Full article
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Raw sewage pumped into England’s largest lake due to faultNews

Raw sewage pumped into England’s largest lake due to fault

London, United Kingdom (AFP) - Raw sewage was released into Windermere, England's largest and best-known lake, over a 10-hour period after a fault caused pumps…
SourceSourceMay 15, 2024 Full article