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Lough Neagh: The year the UK's largest lake turned green

After toxic algae caused havoc in Lough Neagh and further afield, what's in store for 2024?
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Human-driven climate change to amplify risk of toxin concentration in U.S. lakes

A University of Kansas researcher warns human-driven climate change will elevate risk to humans and animals of toxic exposure to blue-green algae blooms.
Chesapeake Bay restoration goals

Can the latest $10 million in EPA grants make a  difference in achieving Chesapeake Bay restoration goals?

Environmental advocates welcomed the latest funding but said restoration of the bay depends even more upon enforcement of the Clean Water Act and better management of excess nutrients from agricultural runoff and stormwater.

Maryland governor & Chesapeake Bay policy

Accepting leadership gavel, Maryland governor vows new approach toward Bay

Taking the helm of the policy-making body overseeing the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore called for the federal government and states in the Bay region to dramatically redefine the focus and goals of the 40-year-old partnership.

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