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Boiling what? Controversy over boil water notices due to presence of Trihalomethanes

24th March, 2016 ‘Boil water’ notices that were issued to Irish water consumers  are being met with fresh scrutiny, with fears that boiling water could increase the potency of certain harmful chemicals.  The chemicals at the centre of the controversy are Trihalomethanes (THM’s), which are toxic compounds that occur in Read more…

By Brian Cunningham, 7 yearsMarch 29, 2016 ago
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Shamrock can help save the planet – and other things you may not know about our national plant

March 16th, 2016 With millions around the globe set to celebrate St.Patricks day this week, the shamrock prepares for its busiest time of year.  Deeply rooted in Irish mythology and legend, the three-leaved clover has become a national symbol of faith, hope, love and pride.  Yet despite being such a ubiquitous Read more…

By Brian Cunningham, 8 yearsMarch 16, 2016 ago
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Irish Water need to provide information on cancer causing toxins in water, says environmental group

March 3rd, 2016 Environmental NGO ‘Friends of the Irish Environment’ (FIE) is campaigning for Irish Water to provide customers with information on the level of trihalomethanes (THM’s) in their water. THM’s are toxic compounds which occur in drinking water due to the reaction of organic chemicals, when chlorine is added Read more…

By Brian Cunningham, 8 yearsMarch 3, 2016 ago
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