Treating Antarctica's Wastewater to Save its Wildlife

Untreated wastewater is damaging Antarctica. Here’s how the Australian Antarctic Division has upped its treatment game to protect the continent’s marine life.
Treating Antarctica's Wastewater to Save its Wildlife

Despite its remote location and harsh conditions, Antarctica boasts a human population larger than some municipalities. With about 40 permanent research stations, the continent is home to about 1,000 people at any given time. During Antarctica’s summer months, that number can...

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