Great Lakes researcher recognized for pioneering plastic pollution studies
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Her efforts led to bans on microplastics and to the discovery that plastic is ubiquitous throughout the environment.
Wildlife
Toledo zoo announces Maumee River sturgeon program
The Toledo Zoo is inviting citizens to participate in the reintroduction of the lake sturgeon into the Maumee River.
Water
Firefighting chemical linked to water safety concerns
A firefighting foam has been linked to a group of chemicals known to be harmful to infants, toddlers and pregnant women. But it is still kept on hand because firefighters say they don’t have effective alternatives.
Waste
Mining legacy, wetlands expansion fuel concern over U.P. mercury levels
The increase of wetlands is a major contributor to the problem because mercury can accumulate in them in higher concentrations and for longer periods.