Coastal flooding is rapidly emerging as one of the gravest consequences of global warming. The steady rise in global temperatures has triggered the melting of glacial and land ice, resulting in rising sea levels. The coastlines are the worst affected by this, and it may result in massive displacements in the coming years. Ironically, in… [Read More]
Trends in US Water Supply Demand
How much water does the United States of America consume on an annual basis? How has this changed over the last several decades? Which water source supplies the most water? Which sector demands the most water? The United States Geological Survey provides public data that helps us gain insight into consumption trends across the country…. [Read More]
Ground Water Recharge
Why Recharge? With an ever increasing demand for water, it’s only natural that water conservation measures would grow in importance. One such measure is ground water recharge, which replenishes aquifers. But instead of waiting for time and Mother Nature to absorb and filter surface water, artificial ground water recharge can be performed. This is done… [Read More]
Nitrates – Contamination, Impact, and Measures
What are Nitrates? Nitrates are chemical compounds containing nitrogen and oxygen. They’re found in a variety of natural and man-made sources. The latter significantly contributes to increased nitrate concentrations in ground water. Some of the major anthropogenic nitrate sources are sewage discharge, industrial effluents, and fertilizers. Nitrates are generally harmless, but consumption of high concentrations… [Read More]
Algae 101: What is it and what does it do?
Have you ever wondered what that green stuff is that you find floating in bodies of water? What about that slimy mass engulfing your aquarium? It’s algae. Yes – we are talking about algae. As icky as algae may seem, it serves a variety of useful purposes. What is it? Fossil records indicate that algae… [Read More]
Introducing Poly The Tank!
National Tank Outlet is happy to have Poly The Tank join our team! Poly will be helping us present tank information and topics. Keep an eye out for him!
Water Rights and Conflicts
Long ago, clean water was abundantly available in the United States and water access was not a contentious matter. But as the economy and population grew, so did the water demand and water resources began to dwindle. Gradually a system of water rights came into effect to physically or legally establish one’s ownership or claim… [Read More]