Wetlands have been involved in a losing battle ever since humans first started agriculture. Draining land for agriculture and development has gone on for hundreds of years but in recent times conservationists have been trying to turn things around with … Continue reading
At a disused oil refinery site in Montreal, Canada, willow trees are growing in highly contaminated soil and deep in the roots the fungi are at work cleaning up the mess humans have left behind. The actions of the fungi … Continue reading
The Baltic Sea has a real problem. Despite the green and environmental credentials of many countries that border it, it is still one of the worlds most polluted seas. Swedish scientists are proposing to build giant windmills to power pumps … Continue reading
Mine waste water can cause major health problems across the developing nations. When local water supply is polluted then the consequences can dire. However with a little help from bacteria it is possible to make mine water safe to drink. … Continue reading
Over the last decade or so there has been a substantial growth in the number of man-made wetlands being commissioned to treat wastewater. It’s easy to see why; cheap to build and operate, usually effective and good for nature. Is … Continue reading
