Conservation News

Bell County water board moves forward with Fort Cavazos aquifer storage and recovery

After getting the green light by area cities, an aquifer storage and recovery project for Fort Cavazos got the ultimate go-ahead Wednesday after the Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 approved the consulting fees for Austin-based Intera Incorporated and the contract for Andrews and Foster of Athens for drilling services.

Source: Bell County water board moves forward with Fort Cavazos aquifer storage and recovery

Desalination system could produce freshwater that is cheaper than tap water | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology

A new solar desalination system takes in saltwater and heats it with natural sunlight. The system flushes out accumulated salt, so replacement parts aren’t needed often, meaning the system could potentially produce drinking water that is cheaper than tap water.

Source: Desalination system could produce freshwater that is cheaper than tap water | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology