Monthly Archives: August 2008
Akvopedia: Open Source for Water Technology
The new website Akvopedia shares knowledge of water and sanitation technology, open source style, to ensure these resources are available to more people worldwide. Open Source: (in computing) Of, or relating to a product which is licensed to permit modifications … Continue reading
“Wash Your Hands” and “Clean Your Plate” – World Water Week Wrap-Up
Less worldwide food waste and better global sanitation were urgent needs cited during this year’s World Water Week, from August 17th until August 23rd, organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) in Sweden. Over 2,400 science, business, government, and … Continue reading
Public Drinking Water around the World (minus the bottle)
BYOB – bring your own bottle (for water), that is. ‘Fatherpur Sikri drinking water stand.’ Photo Courtesy INDIA a County of a Billion People blog. ‘A row of drinking water vending machines in Pattaya, Thailand. A liter of water sold … Continue reading
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