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.
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Water Pollution Solutions – A Case Study in Success
The Physics & Chemistry of Karst Topography
Managing Stormwater Runoff
Chemistry & Biology of Algal Blooms
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