Data centers are known to pose a number of threats across a broad spectrum. This episode explores the concerns we see about contamination and pollution, threats to our water supply, and impacts for wildlife.

Stories and art have always been at the heart of humanity’s relationship with water. Contemporary times are no different, and on this episode, we talk about how our stories emerge, how they’re changing, and how our interaction with water in nature and through art continue to inspire them.

PFAS may be the best-known “emerging contaminant,” but it is not the only thing raising questions about the safety of our water. What do scientists know about these contaminants and our exposure to them? And how do water utilities respond when the science is evolving faster than regulations?

House Enrolled Act 1639 took effect on July 1, 2023. It is called, “Watershed development commissions.” The intention behind the legislation was to provide a way to manage water across county lines and organized around watershed boundaries.. This is a new approach to managing water resources for Indiana, and it introduces a vehicle to raise funds for water-related projects. Can Watershed Development Commissions help us get a handle on our water resources and protect Indiana’s rivers, wells, and reservoirs? Can they help reduce flood risks, or facilitate recreation, or carry out water quality improvements? Tune in to find out!

Join us as a couple of veteran yarn spinners tell some stories and capture what makes the waters of Indiana an experience full of meaning and discovery. Maybe you’ll be inspired to book a paddle down a river or hike into a wetland or help protect our waters.