Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Access to safe drinking water is increasingly compromised by agrichemical, arsenic and fluorine pollution. Soils contaminated with industrial and household waste, or lead and other heavy metals also pose health risks.
(Photo credit: Codrington, Stephen/Planet Geography 3rd Edition)
Opinions and Analysis
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Corporate liability caps need rethinking
The cost of industrial accidents should be borne by the corporations responsible, says Centre for Science and Environment head Sunita Narain.
25 June 2010
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Source: Down to Earth
Microbiology has much to offer climate change science
Rising temperatures, which promote algal blooms and the spread of pathogens, are setting a new agenda for microbiologists, says Bernard Dixon.
27 October 2008
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Engineering education vital for Africa's growth
25 October 2006
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Source: The East African
Policy Briefs
Integrating water with climate change adaptation plans
Climate change adaptation initiatives can be built into water management programmes to protect water resources in Africa.
1 July 2011
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Source: UK Houses of Parliament
Harnessing the benefits of groundwater
Groundwater storage can improve water security and help poor communities adapt to climate change.
15 September 2010
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Source: International Water Management Institute
News and Features
Rising ocean acidity worst for Caribbean and Pacific
Ocean acidification caused by human activities is likely to hit the Caribbean and west tropical Pacific regions the most.
Global warming may raise risk of Pacific fish poisoning
Pacific islanders are at much higher risk of ciguatera fish toxins than previously thought, and the number of sufferers is increasing.
26 January 2012
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Suriname’s indigenous people measure local pollution
19 January 2012
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