Lake Erie, part of Earth's largest surface freshwater system, provides drinking water for 11 million people. Its water quality is threatened by increased fertilizer-derived

Lake Erie, part of Earth's largest surface freshwater system, provides drinking water for 11 million people. Its water quality is threatened by increased fertilizer-derived nutrients.

Researchers Anna Michalak, Tom Bridgeman, and Pete Richards are studying how farming practices and severe weather contribute to these nutrient levels, which diminish water quality and threaten the lake's ecosystem and public health. This research was published on July 12, 2013.

The Rocky Mountains supply water to over 60 million homes in the West. However, this vital watershed is endangered by the mountain pine beetle.

Scientists Reed Maxwell of Colorado School of

The Rocky Mountains supply water to over 60 million homes in the West. However, this vital watershed is endangered by the mountain pine beetle.

Scientists Reed Maxwell of Colorado School of Mines and John Stednick of Colorado State University are collaborating to study the insect's impact on regional water quantity and quality.

Sierra Nevada snowmelt is vital for California. It provides drinking water for 30% of residents, irrigates key San Joaquin Valley crops, and powers hydroelectric plants supplying 15% of the

Sierra Nevada snowmelt is vital for California. It provides drinking water for 30% of residents, irrigates key San Joaquin Valley crops, and powers hydroelectric plants supplying 15% of the state's electricity.

Scientists Martha Conklin and Tom Harmon (UC Merced) are researching at the Southern Sierra Critical Zone Observatory. They use wireless sensors to accurately measure snowpack and melt, enabling state water managers to make better allocation decisions for this precious resource.

Los Angeles, with nearly 10 million residents, depends on imported snowmelt from the distant Eastern Sierra Nevadas and Rocky Mountains for its water supply.

UCLA researchers Stephanie

Los Angeles, with nearly 10 million residents, depends on imported snowmelt from the distant Eastern Sierra Nevadas and Rocky Mountains for its water supply.

UCLA researchers Stephanie Pincetl and Mark Gold are studying how the city can reduce these imports. Their work focuses on enhancing local water capture, storage, and reuse to establish a more sustainable water system for the region.

The Circular Economy 100 is a global platform that unites leading companies, emerging innovators, and regions. Its mission is to accelerate the transition to a circular economy over a three-year

The Circular Economy 100 is a global platform that unites leading companies, emerging innovators, and regions. Its mission is to accelerate the transition to a circular economy over a three-year period.

To learn more or apply, contact the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Visit their website: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/business/ce100.

On September 2, 2010, Ellen MacArthur launched her new Foundation at the Science Museum in London. This renowned venue, a showcase of modern innovation, provided a fitting setting for the

On September 2, 2010, Ellen MacArthur launched her new Foundation at the Science Museum in London. This renowned venue, a showcase of modern innovation, provided a fitting setting for the announcement.

The Foundation's mission is to advocate for a sustainable future, calling on people to 're-think, re-design, and build' it.

Tim Jackson, the UK's first Professor of Sustainable Development, directs the Research group on

Tim Jackson, the UK's first Professor of Sustainable Development, directs the Research group on Lifestyles, Values and Environment (RESOLVE) at the University of Surrey's Centre for Environmental Strategy.

This information was published on March 13, 2012.

Sailors for the Sea's Clean Regattas program empowers sailors and race organizers to reduce their environmental impact. This certification program helps events achieve higher environmental

Sailors for the Sea's Clean Regattas program empowers sailors and race organizers to reduce their environmental impact. This certification program helps events achieve higher environmental standards.

For instance, 14 regattas have already eliminated single-use water bottles, demonstrating the "Ripple Effect." Commit your regatta to being clean and green by visiting the Clean Regattas program page.

Sailors are actively embracing ocean conservation by changing habits, reducing their environmental impact, and protecting the waters they sail.

Sailors for the Sea educates and engages the

Sailors are actively embracing ocean conservation by changing habits, reducing their environmental impact, and protecting the waters they sail.

Sailors for the Sea educates and engages the boating community in worldwide ocean protection.

Learn more about their initiatives by visiting the Sailors for the Sea website.

This video highlights ocean conservation efforts at the 2012 America's Cup in Newport, Rhode Island. It showcases the work of event organizers, including program lead