Tag: clean water
Pilot project aims to improve water quality in Shallow Run watershed
A recently-launched pilot project in Shallow Run watershed will determine how to improve water quality in the watershed, and what it will take to get there.
Lawmakers making water policy through lawsuits
In the 51 years since the Clean Water Act passed, neither Congress nor the courts have defined what “waters of the U.S.” fall under the Act’s jurisdiction.
Fence livestock out of a streams before it’s mandatory
The days of allowing livestock to have full access to streams are numbered as more regulations are set and the importance of clean water is emphasized
Be more aware of water in 2022
In unlucky parts of the world, clean drinking water is scarce or limited. Although many Americans don't face that issue, we need to conserve water.
H2Ohio program funding rebounds amid budget cuts
Despite major budget cuts across state agencies, the Ohio Department of Agriculture will have $50 million available for Ohio farmers to improve conservation practices this year, through the H2Ohio initiative.
Conservation funding available for Upper Big Walnut Creek
The Delaware SWCD has new funding available for the Upper Big Walnut Creek Watershed through the Promoting Best Management Practices for Phosphorus Project.
Algal blooms can be threat to small lakes and farm ponds,...
An Ohio State University study finds concerning levels of toxins in water near farm fields.
Working together for a solution
Landowners and producers, along with their soil and water conservation districts, should all stay engaged in improving Western Lake Erie Basin watersheds.
Riparian buffers can make a difference in water quality
Riparian zones serve many purposes along streams and rivers to support a biodiversity ecosystem. They are also important to water quality
Ohio Senate passes Clean Lake 2020 plan, awaits House vote
The Clean Lake 2020 Plan would allocate up to $36 million in funding for water quality programs.
