6 results for tag: water
World Water Day 2024
What is World Water Day?
World Water Day is on 22 March every year. It is an annual United Nations Observance, started in 1993, that celebrates water and raises awareness of the 2 billion people currently living without access to safe water. A core focus of World Water Day is to inspire action towards Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030.
2024 Theme: Water for Peace
The theme of World Water Day 2024 is "Water for Peace."
When we cooperate on water, we create a positive ripple effect – fostering harmony, generating prosperity and building resilience to shared challenges.
We must act upon the realization ...
2024 Western AIS Short Course
The mission of the Western AIS short course is to provide an in-person educational program on AIS prevention, management, and overall aquatic health as well as to promote partnerships that increase collaboration and communication across disciplines. Educational programs and meetings such as this one are critical to maintaining effective lines of communication between aquatic resource stakeholder groups, managers, and researchers with the ultimate goal of increasing our intact aquatic ecosystems.
Attendees can expect to:
-Discuss regional challenges and management practices for aquatic invasive species
-Learn about current research and technology ...
Water Testing at Tom Ridge Environmental Center
Join us as we explore the Tom Ridge Environmental Center. Meet us at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center to learn how the Regional Science Consortium tests local freshwater to make sure the public stays safe. We will also see a tour of the testing laboratory.
Date: Thursday, July 13
Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Age: Adults
Location: Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Drive
Program Fee: FREE; registration required
Drop in and Discover July 1: Oil Spill Clean-Up
They say that oil and water don't mix and that is especially true in nature. See if you can help clean up our mock oil spill and help keep all the animals safe! Join us for the mash of science and art. Just by using water and its amazing molecular properties, we can separate ink into its different parts.
World Water Day 2022
What is World Water Day?
World Water Day is on 22 March every year. It is an annual United Nations Observance, started in 1993, that celebrates water and raises awareness of the 2 billion people currently living without access to safe water. A core focus of World Water Day is to inspire action towards Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030.
2022 Theme: Groundwater - Making the Invisible Visible
Groundwater is invisible, but its impact is visible everywhere. Out of sight, under our feet, groundwater is a hidden treasure that enriches our lives. In the driest parts of the world, it may be the only water people ...
World Water Day 2021
What is World Water Day?
World Water Day, held on 22 March every year since 1993, is an annual United Nations Observance focusing on the importance of freshwater.
Questions to consider this World Water Day:
What does water mean to you?
Why is water important to you?
How does water affect females and males differently?
How does water play a role in your cultural practices?
What role does water play in your home, workplace or school?
What role will water play in your future?
What would you change about water in your area?
What do you use the most water for?
How does water affect the food you eat?
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