Jan. 5, 2009 Leave a Comment
Dear EarthTalk: With all the talk of rising seas, what could happen to the rivers that flow into the oceans? Will they reverse flow? Will rising seas back up into fresh water lakes? And what happens to our groundwater should saltwater flow backwards into it? – Sandy Smith, concerned Michigander The intrusion of saltwater from [...]
Oct. 27, 2008 1 Comment
Dear EarthTalk: I saw a cover line on a magazine that said, “The next world war will be over water.” Tell me we’re not really running out of water!‚ – Nell Fox, Seattle, WA‚ Today fully one-sixth of the world’s human population lacks access to clean drinking water, and more than two million people-mostly kids-die each [...]
Sept. 1, 2008 1 Comment
Whether you’re an undergrad headed to the dorm or just moving into your first place, you’re leaving the nest and need stuff. For the college crowd, by now, you’ve not only had a few awkward Facebook conversations with your new roommate (look to see how many pictures he or she is tagged in that are [...]
March 17, 2008 Leave a Comment
Dear EarthTalk: I know there’s a big debate now as to why we need bottled water at all, but is anyone addressing the incredible waste of plastic bottles by this industry? — Bert B., Dubuque, Iowa The plastic waste spawned by the recent astronomical growth in the bottled water business is significant. Environmentalists especially decry [...]
