Access to usable water in our homes is an incredible privilege. According to the World Health Organization, only about 73% of the world's population can access safe drinking water. While it's easy to ...

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A team of Johns Hopkins engineers has evaluated promising large-scale technologies to filter out a class of harmful industrial "forever chemicals" commonly found in the country's drinking water. Known ...

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Nearly a year ago, I scribbled “Replace Brita filter” on my to-do list. But the errand perpetually fell by the wayside. There were so many more pressing tasks to complete. “Oh, it’s fine,” I thought. ...

Microplastics, tiny particles of plastic less than 5 millimeters in size, are everywhere around us — in the oceans, on city streets, and even in the tap water we drink. They are so small that they are ...

Researchers create thin film polymer membranes capable of separating fluoride from chloride and other ions. Targeted ion selectivity by the filtering membranes could have important implications for ...

Water purification is one of the more boring aspects of backcountry hunting, but everyone needs to consider using water purification tablets vs filter. Safe drinking water is essential for everyone.

Whether you’re backcountry camping in the middle of the woods or on an international trip, sourcing clean, safe water is essential. The best filtered water bottles allow you to drink from nearly any ...

Water is the stuff of life, and when you’re exploring in the backcountry, having access to clean H2O is vital. For that, you need a portable water filter. Unlike many home units, systems designed for ...