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Jacobson named first Global Faculty Fellow in College of Agricultural Sciences
9/27/18
Michael Jacobson, professor of forest resources in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, has been named the first Global Faculty Fellow in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences.
Flooding, resilience workshop to be held on Sept. 24
9/18/18
The Institutes of Energy and the Environment and the Hamer Center for Community Design will be hosting a workshop on flooding and community resilience on Monday, Sept. 24.
Blacks, Hispanics less likely to drink tap water, more likely to buy bottled
2/23/18
Black and Hispanic U.S. adults are half as likely as whites to drink tap water and more than twice as likely to drink bottled water, according to a recent Penn State analysis. The findings support past research that indicates that minorities and more vulnerable populations have a higher distrust of tap water in America, and that those who instead consume bottled water are at greater risk of health issues and financial burdens.
University provides update on 2016 water findings
10/3/17
While performing routine tests during summer 2016, Penn State found elevated levels of lead in drinking water in some residential buildings on the University Park campus. Penn State initially informed the campus community in November 2016 and is now providing an update as part of its ongoing public education program.
World Water Day: Recognizing the key role of water in life on Earth
3/21/17
Penn State Greater Allegheny will celebrate World Water Day on March 22 with a variety of activities.
Elevated levels of lead found during routine water testing
11/10/16
During routine and follow-up water quality testing, Penn State found elevated levels of lead in drinking water in three residence buildings on campus. University leaders are committed to the health and safety of the community, and will continue to monitor and address the situation, including testing the water in all campus buildings, instituting a public education program and conducting a corrosion-control treatment study.
Ask an Ethicist: What can I do to address our changing planet in an ethical way?
5/4/16
Issues of flood, drought and a changing weather dynamic raise ethical and moral questions, including issues of justice and fairness between different populations, and between people and nature. To address such issues, constructive dialogue and community based discussions provide a way to find solutions and address the moral and ethical dilemmas raised.
Thirst for health: Penn State student creates H2O-Pal to track water intake
6/22/15
Penn State student creates H2O-Pal to track water intake
Water Symposium to make a splash in the HUB this Earth Day
3/23/15
Research and art representing a diverse array of colleges and disciplines at Penn State will flood the HUB for the first-ever Water Symposium this Earth Day, April 22.
Safe to drink: App helps solve water problems
12/5/14
Turning on the tap to get a glass of water, brush your teeth or take a shower shouldn't be a guessing game. A metallic taste, sulfuric smell or unsightly residue cannot only ruin a cold drink, but also can be a hazard to health and home.
Penn State Extension develops new water quality app
6/4/14
Penn State Extension is offering an innovative new mobile device application -- or app -- called "H2OSolutions," to help private water system owners and professionals evaluate wells, springs and cisterns.The objective of the app is to help users diagnose the causes of observed water-quality problems and guide water-testing decisions.
Award-winning water education summit returns to Harrisburg
6/4/14
Penn State Extension will offer the Dive Deeper -- Youth Water Educators' Summit at the Central Hotel and Conference Center in Harrisburg on Sept. 25.
Penn State conference planners meet demand for healthy food choices
9/23/13
Whether sweet or savory, a small snack or an elaborate meal, conference planners at Penn State say they are receiving more requests for healthy food choices during multi-day conferences on the University Park campus.
Penn State's Sustainability Institute, Public Media at work on "Green Solutions"
4/26/13
The Sustainability Institute is collaborating with Penn State Public Media on their upcoming production of a national documentary. "Water Blues, Green Solutions" shows how cities from Philadelphia to San Antonio to the Bronx are using natural systems to clean, absorb and help manage water.