The Recon 360 Faucet lets you pump water out of a storage container like a typical faucet in places that lack traditional plumbing, be it inside a boat, cabin, or van, or at the b ...

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The vital key to protecting your home from damage, both simple and drastic, is proper preparation. When you prepare your home for certain eventualities, you'll be able to catch these hazards in the ...

Current Climate brings you the latest news about the business of sustainability every Monday. Sign up to get it in your inbox. Traditionally, U.S. Presidents try to be circumspect and accurate when ...

A new wearable sensor could help people avoid the dangers of dehydration by alerting them when their bodies need more water. Developed by researchers at the University of Texas, the non-invasive ...

Hydration sensor alerts wearer to urgent water need By Michael Franco July 16, 2025 The sensor used in the test was affixed to the bicep, but the researchers say other sensors could be developed to ...

Lead contamination in municipal water sources is a consistent threat to public health. Ingesting even tiny amounts of lead can harm the human brain and nervous system -- especially in young children.

If your home has old lead water pipes, there's a chance that harmful concentrations of lead may be present in your water. An experimental new device could soon allow homeowners to check for themselves ...

KPRC’s Amy Davis has invested years troubleshooting problems with the City of Houston Water Department as part of our “DRAINED” series. The city is in the process of replacing broken and outdated ...

When two materials come into contact, charged entities on their surfaces get a little nudge. This is how rubbing a balloon on the skin creates static electricity. Likewise, water flowing over some ...