What's Going On?
The University of Nebraska (UNL) is conducting a research project at the Cooper YMCA with the goal of developing a treatment technology that reduces algae and weed growth in urban ponds.
What is the Problem?
Eutrophication is the process by which surface water becomes progressively enriched with nutrients like nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P). When this occurs, unwanted algae and weeds grow and fish kills can occur. Reducing nutrient runoff is the key to prevention. But, once nutrients accumulate, additional treatments may be needed before water quality improves.
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More details at: https://snr.unl.edu/research/projects/researchproject.aspx?pid=21