Articles by: Emily Bisek



The five biggest water challenges facing cities

Cities, as a concept, are not water friendly. They disrupt the natural water process of replenishing groundwater, serving natural habitats, and supporting local ecosystems. Gathering large amounts of humans in a small place throws off nature’s built-in balances, which is [...]


AquaSpy taking the guess work out of agricultural irrigation

Seventy percent of the worlds freshwater goes to agriculture. An Australian company is trying to make that percentage used the best way possible. AquaSpy places sensors 60” underground in fields send out frequency signals every three minutes to gather the [...]


Organica Offers ACUPCC Signatories an Opportunity to Advance Their Commitment to Sustainability

* As featured in Second Nature, Written by Melissa McDonald, Business Development, Organica Water and Jonathan Lanciani, President & CEO, Organica Water Signatories of the ACUPCC recognize that global warming is a real issue and have created substantial progress in [...]



Xenos 101: A brief history and a glossary of common xenobiotics in wastewater

As pharmaceuticals and chemicals continue to be found in surface and source water, their effects on wildlife and nature continue to be exploited. The growing amount of research and science is slowly pushing water regulation authorities to approve stricter effluent [...]



Common chemicals in wastewater change fish mating behaviors

Traces of painkillers and other household chemicals in treated wastewater effluent may be affecting fish reproductive behavior, finds research published in Nature magazine (Richard Lovett, “Wastewater chemicals dampen fish behavior.” Nature. 12 Nov 2010.) This research further enhances understanding of [...]


Organica recognized as leading European business

Organica won recognition as one of the most promising businesses in Hungary this week being selected as a Country Representative for the European Business Awards. As one of 10 representatives for Hungary, Organica  will now compete for a coveted Ruban [...]