Penn State Extension Hosts Jan. 29 Webinar On Ice Melter Impacts And Reduction Strategy

The Penn State Extension will host another in its Water Cooler Talk series of webinars January 29 on Ice Melter Impacts and Reduction Strategy from Noon to 1:00 p.m.

The widespread use of road salt and other ice melters during winter has become a cornerstone of maintaining safety on roadways and sidewalks, but it comes at a cost. 

While these substances effectively lower the freezing point of water, they are corrosive to infrastructure and pose significant environmental risks. 

Winter salts can accumulate in the soil and runoff into watersheds, impacting ecosystems, human health, and water quality. 

This presentation will explore the detrimental effects of ice melters and provide practical strategies to reduce their use without compromising public safety, offering a balanced approach to winter weather management.

The presenters include--

-- Tyler Groh, Assistant Research Professor, Watershed Management Extension Specialist

Penn State Extension

-- Jason Swope, Coordinator Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional Program

Who is this for?

-- Individuals interested in water resources

-- Professionals working in the water field

-- People with a general interest in water

What will you learn?

-- Learn about current work in the water resource field

-- Discuss the impacts of ice melters on human health and the environment

-- Exchange ideas with professionals across Pennsylvania

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Extension website to learn more about many other educational opportunities.

Upcoming Event:

-- PA Organization For Watersheds & Rivers Hosts Jan. 16 Webinar On Winter Salting and Local Waterway Impacts: Opportunities To Work For Change  [PaEN]

Resource Link:

-- Pike Conservation District: Sliding Into Winter! One 12 Ounce Mug Of Salt Is All You Need To Prevent Ice From Forming On A 20 Foot Driveway  [PaEN]

[Posted: December 23, 2024]  PA Environment Digest