Drinking water, like that of the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence, is threatened by climate change and pollution. A brief overview of the state of the situation at Lake Erie thanks to the report by Jean-Sébastien Cloutier.
"We Take Water for Granted”: A Cry from the Heart to Save Drinking Water
Lake Erie and Climate Change: A Growing Concern for Water Utilities
Union Water Supply System Inc. was recently featured in a Radio-Canada segment addressing the increasing impacts of climate change on Lake Erie—a key source of drinking water for more than 70,000 Ontarians.
Rodney Bouchard, CEO of UWSS Inc., discusses how rising lake temperatures and blue-green algae blooms are complicating water treatment and prompting major infrastructure investments. Leamington Mayor, and Chair of UWSS Inc. Board, Hilda MacDonald emphasizes the lake’s vital role in supporting the region’s economy, environment, and quality of life.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea1I1EKFrP0