In an era where convenience often trumps caution, bottled water has become a staple for millions seeking hydration on the go. Yet, beneath the allure of crystal-clear packaging lies a pervasive threat: microplastics. These minuscule particles, born from the degradation of larger plastics and industrial processes, have infiltrated our daily lives, turning what should be […]
Removing the novel coronavirus from the water cycle
Scientists know that coronaviruses, including the SARS-CoV-19 virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, can remain infectious for days — or even longer — in sewage and drinking water. Two researchers, Haizhou Liu, an associate professor of chemical and environmental engineering at the University of California, Riverside; and Professor Vincenzo Naddeo, director of the Sanitary Environmental […]
Plastic contamination in bottled water
Research shows that a single bottle can hold dozens or possibly even thousands of microscopic plastic particles. Tests on more than 250 bottles from 11 brands reveal contamination with plastic including polypropylene, nylon, and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Twenty-seven different lots of bottled water from 11 different brands purchased in 19 locations across 9 different countries […]