USGS: Science Topics: industrial pollution

Science Topics

Industrial pollution

Introduction of harmful substances into the environment by manufacturing, power generation, mining, or material processing.

Subtopics:
Mine drainage (9 items)

Oil spills (11 items)

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USGS mine drainage activities [More info]: Listing of USGS research and monitoring projects on mine drainage, in order to promote cooperation and collaboration among scientists working on problems related to mining and the environment.
USGS responds to Deepwater Horizon oil spill [More info]: Imagery, sampling information, and other data intended for use in assessing and remediating environmental problems related to the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010
Understanding Contaminants Associated with Mineral Deposits [More info]: Outlines processes that control the release of metals and acidic waters from inactive mines and mineralized areas, the transport of metals and acidic waters to streams, and the fate and effect of metals and acidity on downstream ecosystems.
Understanding processes affecting mineral deposits in humid environments [More info]: Contaminants from mines move more easily from ore materials and mine waste piles to surrounding estuaries and living organisms when water moves through the mine site. Geochemical results shown here will help people mitigate the negative effects.
Use of Semipermeable Membrane Devices (SPMDs) in Petroleum Polluted Waters [More info]: Provides a brief discussion of issues surrounding the use and capabilities of SPMDs, which can be used in monitoring petroleum spills.

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