To discover sources and solutions to pollution in watersheds across Wisconsin, our ITO team of “Eco-investigators” wade into the science of water quality. From climbing rooftops in Milwaukee to kayaking down remote rivers, the show explores the challenges and technology experts use in protecting our precious water resources.
Full Video
Classroom Videos
Water Pollution Solutions – A Case Study in Success
The Physics & Chemistry of Karst Topography
Managing Stormwater Runoff
Chemistry & Biology of Algal Blooms
Classroom Assets
To Make a Cave
RElated Content
Decoding Industrial Sand Mining
When you think about mining, you probably think about minerals like gold, diamonds, or copper. But sand? What is so special about the sand deposits in Wisconsin and why...
The Science of Modern Biofuels
Okay, we admit that harnessing the biochemical reaction of yeasts converting the carbohydrates in corn mash into ethanol is pretty slick (as ancients discovered eons...
Chemistry of Life
This episode unravels some of the foundational chemistry that affects everything on planet earth. It begins with the primary conversion of simple chemicals into complex...
Into Bringing Back Wisconsin’s Elk
Join us in this Into the Outdoors episode as we welcome the elk back to Wisconsin! But wait...maybe you didn’t even know they left? Elk were completely eliminated in...
Know Your H20
Why do 3 million people in the WORLD die each year of water-related diseases? Discover the answers by watching the four parts of this science show and reading the...
Savvy Sustainability
So what exactly is this "sustainability" stuff? Discover the answers by watching the four parts of this science show and reading the information below. And to take this...
Plant Diversities
The ITO science sleuths investigate how plants can create life from the raw abiotic elements in the environment, with some even making their own fertilizer from air....
Exploring Dairy Science
How has dairy farming changed in the past 200 years? Discover the answers by watching the four parts of this science show and reading the information below. And to take...
Searching For Sustainability
This 70-minute documentary explores the challenges and solutions we face in our collective search for sustainability. Full VideoClassroom VideosSearching For...
Electrifying Careers in Energy
Calling all recruits! This is Director V speaking here. Are you looking for an exciting career that uses creativity and innovation? Inspires leadership? Solves...
Tags
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12 | CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12 | CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.11-12 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.L.6 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.SL.6 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.SL.7 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.SL.8 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.SL.9-10 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.W.6 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.W.7 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.W.8 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.W.9-10 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.WHST.6-8 | CCSS.ELA.LITERACY.WHST.9-10 | HS-ESS3 | HS-ESS3-3 | HS-ESS3-4 | HS-ESS3-6 | HS-LS2 | MS-ESS3-3 | MS-ESS3-4 | MS-LS1 | MS-LS2
