One of the goals of Prairie Rivers Network is to improve the health of Illinois’ rural rivers by reducing farm chemical pollution. The documentary Troubled Waters does a nice job of describing the issue. Thanks to the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center for publicly screening this film on Tuesday, October 22!
Troubled Waters: A Mississippi River Story tells the story of the unintended consequences of farming on the health of the Mississippi River. Fertilizers and pesticides leave farm fields during storms and make their way into our river systems. These Midwest rivers then drain into the Mississippi River, which finds its end at the Gulf of Mexico. Every year during the summer, a Dead Zone forms in the Gulf because of this pollution.
The Illinois Sustainable Technology Center will be hosting a free showing of this Emmy Award-winning documentary.
Where: Illinois Sustainable Technology Center, 1 E Hazelwood Drive, Champaign, IL
When: Tuesday, October 22, 2013, 6 – 8:30 pm
After the movie, Dr. George Czapar of the Illinois State Water Survey will give a brief presentation on nutrient pollution and water quality issues in Illinois.
This event is free and open to the public.
One dollar pizza and refreshments will be offered beginning at 6 pm. Please register if you would like pizza.
Free parking is available.
