Two articles are dealing with the Great Lakes and its water – big energy, big data…
The energy boom is coming for Great Lakes water. How Ontario, Quebec and six U.S. states power their growth will determine the future of the freshwater reserves. A six-decade history in the Great Lakes region of ecosystem and water protection is being put to the test as a dynamic era of energy investment, rising electricity demand, aging assets, and political intervention dawns across the basin. In: Circle of Blue or The Narwhal
Who is protecting Waterloo Region’s water? Water shortages in Waterloo Region are getting worse because of limited protections and stronger action is needed, writes Aislinn Clancy. The thought of running out of water is alarming and understandably sends many of us into a state of panic. I’m familiar with this anxiety. It’s one of the reasons why I got into politics. I know there is urgent work to be done to ensure our communities have what they need to thrive. In: Waterloo Region Record
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