Facades: A Source Of Water Pollution

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Wed, 08/27/2008 - 23:00

For many years, fingers have been pointed at agriculture whenever pesticides are detected in rivers and streams.

Studies now show that built-up areas also account for a considerable proportion of such inputs. For example, substances can be leached out of facade renders and paints by rainwater and enter the environment, where they may have toxic effects on organisms.


 

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