Philly Science Fest Highlights Overlooked STEM-Water Relationship
April 7, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
When you turn on the tap for a fresh glass of Philadelphia water, do you think about all the scientists and engineers who make this daily convenience possible? If your answer is “no,” you’re not alone. But the fact is, science and engineering are a big part of the work we do at the Philadelphia Water Department every day…
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Philly STEM Students Hack Rain Barrel, Invent Ultimate Chill Spot
June 22, 2016
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Brian Rademaekers
What do you get when you combine lawn furniture, green infrastructure and electronics?
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App Solution: Civic Hackers Create Mobile App for Green Infrastructure
October 20, 2015
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Brian Rademaekers
Last week, Philadelphia Water released a treasure trove of data in advance of Apps for Philly Sustainability, a three-day event that brought together sustainability professionals and technologists.
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SLA Beeber and greenSTEM Grab Award for Drinking Water Week
May 6, 2015
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Brian Rademaekers
For most people, watering the garden is an inexact science at best. At worst, unnecessary watering is a double whammy of waste: throwing away good, clean water while increasing the risk of plant problems like mildew and root rot.
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