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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Clear Actions for a Clear River

The article discusses a local school project aimed at improving water quality in the Anyang-cheon river, where students actively participate in environmental conservation activities.

Mar 23 • 08:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The pivotal role of the plastics industry in preserving water resources

The Greek Plastics Industry Association emphasizes the crucial contributions of plastics in reducing drinking water losses and providing safe water access during World Water Day.

Mar 23 • 08:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sinaloa holds a ride to promote environmental awareness, mobility, and social well-being

The 'Pueblos y Paisajes 2026: Riding for Water Care' event in Sinaloa brought together over 2,500 cyclists to promote environmental awareness and social well-being.

Mar 22 • 20:54 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Hiking in Latgale invites to explore lakes and aquatic biotopes

In celebration of World Water Day, Latvia's Nature Conservation Agency is organizing a hike in Rāzna National Park to highlight the importance of water ecosystems.

Mar 22 • 06:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World Water Day: images show whales, dolphins, and rare octopus along the coast of Rio

New images released on World Water Day reveal the presence of humpback whales, numerous dolphins, and a rare species of octopus along the coast of Rio de Janeiro, showcasing marine biodiversity and the importance of coastal conservation.

Mar 22 • 06:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hospital São José promotes action for conscious water use

Hospital São José in Brazil launched an internal initiative on World Water Day to promote responsible water use and prevent waste within the institution.

Mar 20 • 21:34 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

A lot of bonfires by the water will focus on endangered fjords

A series of bonfires are being lit across Isefjord to raise awareness about the threatened fjords in the region.

Mar 20 • 09:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Las Tablas de Daimiel fills up completely for the first time in more than a decade

The Tablas de Daimiel wetland in Spain has reached full capacity for the first time in a decade, although concerns remain regarding its water supply due to agricultural overexploitation.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary water use dips back into the ‘risky red zone’

Calgary's water consumption has exceeded 500 million litres, which is deemed unsustainable, leading city officials to encourage residents to conserve water.

Mar 19 • 20:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Only the State Forests were against it. The Madohora reserve in the Little Beskids will be expanded to 400 ha

The Madohora nature reserve in the Little Beskids is set to be expanded to 400 hectares despite opposition from the State Forests, as local authorities and naturalists have advocated for this enlargement to protect vital water sources.

Mar 19 • 15:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRK promotes educational circuit at Pátio Limeira Shopping for World Water Day

BRK is hosting a free educational circuit at Pátio Limeira Shopping to celebrate World Water Day, aimed at teaching families about the importance of water and sanitation.

Mar 19 • 13:22 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

After the water alarm: the situation in Gotland has stabilized

The water situation in Gotland has stabilized following a reduction in water consumption, avoiding potential shortages.

Mar 19 • 10:59 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary water use climbs above city threshold for 1st time since restrictions imposed

Calgary's daily water consumption exceeded the city's threshold for the first time since restrictions were imposed, indicating a need for continued water conservation efforts.

Mar 17 • 00:22 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Gotlanders urged to conserve water

The Gotland region has issued a press release urging residents to conserve water to prevent issues with water pressure due to ongoing maintenance and improvement works.

Mar 16 • 15:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peru creates new natural conservation area in the border region with Ecuador

The Peruvian government has officially created a new regional conservation area in Cajamarca, bordering Ecuador, to protect key ecosystems and water supplies.

Mar 14 • 18:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HISTORICAL DISCOVERY: A rare animal seen swimming in the water

A rare albino blue whale has been spotted in Loreto Bay National Park, Mexico, considered a historical find.

Mar 11 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'5 Minutes', The Song Born in Antarctica That Promotes Environmental Education From Ecuador to the World

The song '5 Minutes' by Ecuadorian author Carlos Cárdenas promotes environmental awareness and responsible water usage through an artistic initiative aimed at children and young people.

Mar 6 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Alan Titchmarsh names 7 best drought-tolerant plants that need barely any water

Alan Titchmarsh shares his top seven drought-resistant plants that thrive in dry conditions and require minimal watering.

Mar 5 • 15:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cantareira begins March at a new level, but reservoirs in Greater SP remain restricted

The Cantareira system, which supplies water to around half of the São Paulo metropolitan area, started March at a higher level than February, moving from a restriction to an alert level, though restrictions are still in place for the Greater São Paulo area.

Mar 3 • 21:49 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Skåne residents urged to conserve water

Due to extremely low water levels in Vombsjön, residents of Skåne are being urged to conserve drinking water.

Mar 3 • 13:53 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary warns residents of consequences if water use enters ‘risky red zone’

Calgary officials are urging residents to conserve water in light of an upcoming shutdown that will reduce supply from the main water source for the city.

Mar 2 • 23:37 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

City of Calgary to provide update on water restrictions, feeder main repairs

Calgary officials will announce new water restrictions and discuss repairs to a critical feeder main that supplies water to 60% of the city.

Mar 2 • 18:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Vaasa encourages residents to save water with an original three-minute song challenge

The city of Vaasa has launched a 'One Song Shower' challenge to encourage residents to conserve water and energy.

Feb 27 • 16:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See tips on how to recover springs on rural properties

The article provides information on a free guide aimed at helping rural landowners in Brazil with the recovery and conservation of water springs.

Feb 27 • 12:25 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Can the water from air conditioning be used to water plants?

Experts say that water collected from air conditioning units can effectively be used for watering plants, despite lacking nutrients found in rainwater.

Feb 26 • 15:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Arizona: Katie Hobbs celebrates the first approval of groundwater conservation 'from agriculture to the city'

Katie Hobbs, the Governor of Arizona, celebrates the rapid approval of a groundwater conservation program aimed at ensuring sustainable water supply for urban growth in the state.

Feb 26 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Whales researcher: There is something perverse about it when sperm whales die in a meter of water

A researcher expresses sadness over the recent stranding and death of sperm whales along the Wadden Sea.

Feb 21 • 19:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A hippopotamus emerged from the water and overturned a boat: the shocking video of the attack

A video posted by The Digital Ark shows a hippopotamus overturning a boat, highlighting the potential dangers posed by these animals in Southern Africa.

Feb 21 • 18:10 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Appeal to residents to use cold water sparingly

Residents are being urged to conserve cold water due to rising demand and limited supply.

Feb 20 • 15:49 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Closure of swimming pools due to herring season

Swimming pools in Akranes have been closed to conserve water resources during an unusually long drought and upcoming herring season.

Feb 20 • 14:40 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Cyprus asks people to use less water

Cyprus is facing a record low water reservoir level due to persistent drought, prompting local authorities to request citizens to reduce their water usage by 10 percent.

Feb 16 • 15:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Cyprus appeals to residents to cut water use amid once-in-a-century drought

Cyprus officials have urged residents to reduce water usage by 10% due to a severe drought that is causing record low water levels in the nation's reservoirs.

Feb 16 • 13:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: black jaguar seen on top of water tank on a farm in MT

A video showing a black jaguar perched atop a water tank at a farm in Querência, Brazil, has captured widespread attention after being shared on social media.

Feb 15 • 17:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Do you need to rinse dishes before dishwasher? Experts solve the debate

Experts argue that pre-rinsing dishes before putting them in the dishwasher is unnecessary and can waste water.

Feb 15 • 04:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When a leopard and a black panther were seen drinking water together, the video crossed 10 million views

A rare encounter between a leopard and a black panther drinking water together has gone viral, amassing over 10 million views.

Feb 13 • 09:58 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Researchers invent a system to grow tomatoes using half the water and fertilizers

A team of Spanish scientists has developed a revolutionary technology that allows for tomato cultivation using about half the water and conventional fertilizers without sacrificing production yield.

Feb 8 • 10:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Two-and-a-half-year-old lion falls into well and dies in Amreli

A two-and-a-half-year-old lion in Amreli district of Gujarat fell into a well and died, reportedly while searching for water or during movement near the well area along the Shatrunjai River.

Feb 7 • 06:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

With the ban in effect – special AAD raids: reminders on what you need to know

New fishing regulations prohibit catching pike in state and leased water bodies during the breeding season, starting from February 1 to ensure their conservation.

Feb 6 • 12:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Calls for more detail on coal mine water releases into reef catchment

A central Queensland conservation group demands greater transparency regarding water releases from coal mines into the Fitzroy Basin, which drains to the Great Barrier Reef.

Feb 4 • 21:39 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The U.S. bets on an unusual strategy to recover its rivers: throwing logs into the water from helicopters

The U.S. is employing a unique strategy to restore its rivers by dropping logs from helicopters to slow water flow and create habitats.

Feb 4 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

São Paulo government launches campaign asking the population to save water

The São Paulo government has launched a campaign urging citizens to save water due to a severe drought affecting the state, highlighting the low water reservoir levels comparable to those in 2014.

Feb 4 • 12:22 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Building Respecting Water

The article discusses Mexico's rapid infrastructure development and raises the critical question of whether these projects are mindful of water conservation, highlighting both troubling impacts on water bodies and ecosystems as well as calls for more sustainable practices.

Feb 4 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
Life & Tech

'The world's ugliest lawn' isn't really that ugly, according to its Australian owner – video

Jarno Coone, the winner of the international 'world's ugliest lawn' competition, defends his unconventional gardening as a statement for water conservation and environmental harmony in Kyneton, Australia.

Jan 23 • 21:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Washing dishes without effort.. Are you wasting your time and water without benefit?

This article discusses the effectiveness of soaking dishes before washing them and whether it truly saves time and water.

Jan 13 • 16:06 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Hungarian farmers save semi-desert. They water fields with excess water from thermal baths

Hungarian farmers are using surplus water from thermal baths to irrigate fields in an effort to combat desertification.

Jan 7 • 15:47 UTC

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