Thirsty? How floating islands could turn retention ponds into potable water
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Thirsty? How floating islands could turn retention ponds into potable water
Description
August 10, 2021
With drought conditions plaguing farmers across Western Canada, a team of researchers at Olds College is looking at some inventive ways to make runoff water around farms and feedlots go the distance. Sarah Offin explores whether native plants may be able to turn the tides on water contamination.
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Thirsty? How floating islands could turn retention ponds into potable water
Description
August 10, 2021
With drought conditions plaguing farmers across Western Canada, a team of researchers at Olds College is looking at some inventive ways to make runoff water around farms and feedlots go the distance. Sarah Offin explores whether native plants may be able to turn the tides on water contamination.
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