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Eawag is a world-leading aquatic research
institute. Its research, which is driven by the needs of society, provides the
basis for innovative approaches and technologies in the water sector. Through
close collaboration with experts from industry, government and professional
associations, Eawag plays an important bridging role between theory and practice,
allowing new scientific insights to be rapidly implemented.
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1 February 2012 |
Recognition Award for Eawag and Kloten/Opfikon Water Treatment Plant Working together with the Kloten/Opfikon water treatment plant, Eawag researchers have developed a means of producing fertilizer from wastewater, and thereby saving energy and raw materials. As one of three projects nominated for the Swiss Environmental Prize, this innovative project was honoured at the awards ceremony on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 with a special recognition award. The Environmental Prize went to Neurobat AG for its work in developing an intelligent HVAC controller. [...] |
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5 December 2011 |
Eawag News 71: Geographic information systems in
environmental observation Geographic information systems (GIS) are indispensible in environmental research and monitoring. They are an effective tool for presenting facts in a comprehensible manner and helpful for interdisciplinary exchange and communication with the public. Further topics: the potential of hydroelectric power in view of nuclear power phase-out, toads need more space and matured woods, the history of our climate as told by ice cores. [...] |
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1 December 2011 |
Tiny life forms thriving again in Lake Zurich While elsewhere species extinction is proceeding at an ever-increasing rate, plankton biodiversity in Lake Zurich is apparently benefiting from rising temperatures and the successful measures against over-fertilization. Begun in the 1970s, this course of action may have a long-term positive effect on fish diversity, although it is too soon to tell. The new species are being watched closely by the water supply company, for some of them can produce harmful substances. [...] |