Highlights

Canadian clear is executing one of the largest state of art containerized sea water desalination plant producing 75000m3/day in the Middle East.

Canadian Clear has invested in a state of art Reverse Osmosis Membrane unit in San Antionio ,TX USA.

Experts from Canada discuss Waste Water Management:-
Chennai

Sheela Ravi Chunkath, Chairperson of Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board, inaugurating a seminar on waste water management, she said that the effluents from tanning, paper & pulp and dyeing industries pollute freshwater and ground water sources. Legal Action will be taken against defaulting industries, she said.

A team of water management experts from Ortech Inc., Canada discussed on effective technology to treat wastewater. In his lecture on wastewater management in India D.C.Kantewala, Mahindra Acres Consulting Engineers Limited, said that it is important to conduct a periodical environmental audit which wiil help industrialist realise the amount of natural resources that they are consuming and the amount of waste they are discharging into the environment.

Singapore to use Indian Technology for Water Treatment:-
Sinagapore

A stainless steel water filter developed by Advanced Research Center International (ARCI) for powder metallurgy is set to play a significant role in Singapore’s efforts to supply clean water to its three million people.

ARCI is run by Indian Department of Science & Technology

Way to Prevent Water Wars:-
Chennai

Another 25,750 habitations receive inadequate or unsafe water supply, while no water supply is available for 1,840 habitations. This position, as on date, is in spite of an incurring an expenditure of Rs. 16,000 Crore in rural area and Rs. 9,000 Crore in urban area to enable water reach the masses, since the inception of the state in 1960, state govnt officials say:
The govenrment is managing water supply schemes almost in the entire country with all its limitations. The common man and the society at large are, therefore, to be activated so that adequate water supply is ensured throughout the year even during drought, says Central Ground Water Board (Central Region) senior hydro-geologist SK Jain.
The rainwater harvesting is now the principal means of supplying water in places like Hawaii, Australia, Bermuda, the United States Virgin Islands and other Caribbean islands. The move has now gained momentum and people are hoping that the flow continues to build up, so that issues such as the Cauvery dispute don’t cause wars over water.

Pepsi introduces tonic water:-
New Delhi

PEPSI Foods Ltd on 23rd Dec launched its flavoured with fruit extracts, sugar and quinine – Lehar Tonic Water – and announced that it would roll out “Exciting” new products this fiscal. The rpoduct being launched in New Delhi and Bangaler in the first phase at Rs. 12 a 500 ml bottle, would be extended to all major cities shortly, Pepsi Co Marketing Executive Director, Ms Vibha Rishi, said.

The company will focus on bars, pubs, wine shops, top groceries, five-star hotels, clubs and gymkhanas to sell the new product, she said in a statement here. “Given Pepsi’s Dominance in these channels, Lehar Tonic Water is all set to storm the market”, Ms. Rishi claimed.

Tip of the week

• Drink at least eight 8-ounce servings of water each day. The more active you are, the more water you need to replenish lost fluids.
• Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. By the time you feel thirsty, you have probably already lost two or more cups of your total body water composition.
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Convenience is a must, so carry a bottle of water with you as you commute to work, run errands or enjoy a day at the beach. While at work, keep a bottle of water on your desk, or visit the office water cooler and take a water break rather than a coffee break.
• Don’t substitute beverages with alcohol or caffeine for water. Caffeine and alcohol act as diuretic beverages and can cause you to lose water through increased urination.
• Once you start exercising, drink water throughout your workout. Keep a bottle of water with you and take frequent water breaks.
• Don’t underestimate the amount of fluids lost from perspiration. Following a workout, you need to drink two cups of water for each pound lost.
• Start and end your day with water. Your body loses water while you sleep, so drink a serving before bed and again when you wake up.
• Common colds and the flu frequently lead to dehydration. Keep a large bottle of water next to your bed so you can sip it throughout the day without having to get up.
• Cool water – not carbonated beverages or sports drinks – is the best fluid for keeping hydrated when it’s warm outside. Cool water is absorbed much more quickly than warm fluids and may help to cool off your overheated body. If you’re going to be away from home or outdoors, make sure you keep a bottle of water close by.
• Make sure your children drink enough water. Children need water to balance their intake of other beverages – especially during activities. Packing bottled water in a child’s lunch instead of juice or regular soda can also help prevent childhood obesity.
. Common colds and flu frequently lead to dehydration. Keep a large bottle of water next to your bed so you can sip it throughout the day without having to get up.