NC WRRI Fellow Finds Promise in Sunlight
Graduate student researcher, Arpit Sardana, tested whether sunlight alone can break down contaminants in wastewater....
Treating Algal Toxins in Drinking Water with Dr. Olya Keen
Olya Keen, Ph.D. is interested in emerging contaminants and different treatments that can better our drinking water quality. ...Continue reading "Treating Algal Toxins in Drinking Water with Dr. Olya Keen"
Catching Up with Daniel Obenour: Advancing the Hybrid Watershed Model
By Justin Lindemann Daniel Obenour, an environmental engineer and associate professor in North Carolina State University’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, is interested in very complex water-quality dynamics. He is working to develop...Continue reading "Catching Up with Daniel Obenour: Advancing the Hybrid Watershed Model"
Resiliency Researcher Exercises Resilience to Overcome Research Obstacle
Guest post by Olivia Vilá Olivia Vilá is a doctoral student at North Carolina State University and a 2019-20 joint NC WRRI – North Carolina Sea Grant graduate research fellow. Before I begin, I would...Continue reading "Resiliency Researcher Exercises Resilience to Overcome Research Obstacle"
Collaborative Research to Consider Youth Training, Coastal Topics
By Katie Mosher Three new projects in North Carolina’s coastal region are moving forward with funding from the Community Collaborative Research Grant Program. Topics include youth leadership training, efficient shoreline restoration and safety of shellfish...Continue reading "Collaborative Research to Consider Youth Training, Coastal Topics"
Watershed Lesson Plan Provides Activities for Students at Home or in Class
A free Watershed Wisdom online lesson plan is available and includes guidance for elementary school teachers and a wide range of activities for North Carolina students. A companion Learning from Home Guide highlights activities in the lesson...Continue reading "Watershed Lesson Plan Provides Activities for Students at Home or in Class"
Walnut Creek Partnership Continues Core Missions While Assisting with Urgent Needs
Photo above: Louie Rivers (center, in red) participates in a Parks with Purpose meeting with Walnut Creek Wetland Community Partnership members and the public. The Walnut Creek Wetland Community Partnership, of which NC WRRI is...
WRRI Kicks Off Virtual Conference Series with Coastal Wastewater Treatment Session
In April, WRRI hosted its first-ever virtual Annual Conference session, kicking off a series of periodic sessions throughout the spring and summer. These sessions will ensure the great planning work for the conference still serves...
NC Water Utilities Continue to Provide Safe, Reliable Water
With news and information about the novel coronavirus constantly evolving, it is reassuring to know some things remain the same amidst all the changes. One of those things is the availability of safe, clean, reliable...Continue reading "NC Water Utilities Continue to Provide Safe, Reliable Water"
Promoting Green Infrastructure Through Schools
A WRRI–North Carolina Sea Grant-supported student investigates perceptions of green infrastructure at schools. By Maya Hoon There is value in establishing a connection between nature and children. As children learn and grow, they will take...Continue reading "Promoting Green Infrastructure Through Schools"