Water

Water shortages and problems around Minnesota — and the country — have many wondering what is the true cost of clean and reliable water. This reporting is supported in part by The Water Main, a project of American Public Media.

Coalition helps groups seek Great Lakes funding
An environmental coalition has started a program to help local conservation groups take part in the Obama administration's Great Lakes restoration initiative.
Author says water crisis is looming
The author of "Water Follies" and "Unquenchable: America's Water Crisis and What to Do About It" joins MIDDAY to explore the issues.
State offers help to ethanol producers after pollution violations
Minnesota is launching an intensive program to help ethanol producers better comply with environmental laws after pollution control officials cited seven of the state's 22 ethanol plants for violations last year.
The Obama administration has developed a five-year blueprint for rescuing the Great Lakes, a sprawling ecosystem plagued by toxic contamination, shrinking wildlife habitat and invasive species.