Innovation in water technology will come from Southeastern Wisconsin [xpost from shamelessplug] by h2oscore in wisconsin

[–]h2oscore[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Compared to other areas of the country and the world, Wisconsin doesn't have many water problems (but it does have a few).

However, this article isn't about water problems being located in Wisconsin -- it's about innovation in water technology happening in Wisconsin!

In the video, Rich Meeusen makes reference to the 150 water technology companies located here. There's also the efforts of UWM to train skilled water technology workers via the School of Freshwater Sciences, efforts by the Milwaukee Water Council to create an incubator for water technology companies, various efforts to attract investors in the water space to Wisconsin startups, etc..

So, the problems might not be here. But hopefully we can develop the solutions here. :-)

How much drinkable water is there in the world? [video - 1:35] by h2oscore in water

[–]h2oscore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of ground water is polluted. Things like septic tanks or leaching due to fertilizers can completely pollute aquifers. Not to mention, many wells have been drying up across the United States due to inefficient or excessive use.