The Environmental Protection Agency found at least one area of west Atlanta that has no less than 2,000 parts per million of lead in the soil. Another area had as much as 3,400 parts per million. To put that in perspective, the EPA says the unsafe threshold is just...
Water Contamination
Could Georgia’s water sources endanger your health?
When you turn on the faucets in your home to get some water, take a shower or wash your hands, it looks clear and safe. When you want to spend some time on or in Georgia's waterways, you expect them to be free from pollutants that could harm you.Unfortunately, a new...
What does the Clean Water Act mean for your business?
Whether you are a developer, property owner or other party interested in land use and the develop of land, it is beneficial to learn about the state and federal regulations that may impact these types of projects. The Clean Water Act is federal legislation aimed at...
Stormwater calls for adequate erosion-control systems
Recent weather conditions bring up the topic of flooding, and how individuals in the southeastern region will be affected. Homes, neighborhoods and businesses all face the potential consequences of erosion and pollution. Heavy rainfall picks up an assortment of...
Is the drinking water in Georgia’s schools safe?
Flint, Michigan sparked awareness for clean drinking water across the nation. The dark-colored water caused by lead and copper that residents began to drink in 2014 started movements in Michigan and throughout the country to make safe drinking water accessible to...