Cross-Border Study: Study Reveals Strong Groundwater Pollution in the Upper Rhine

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The Upper Rhine Trench extends from Basel to Mainz. It is one of the most important groundwater reservoirs in Western Europe. Its water supplies around five million people. However, the quality leaves much to be desired.

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Pesticides, drug residues and PFAS are polluting groundwater in the Upper Rhine. The study recommends to ensure water quality for millions of people.

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Pesticides, drug residues and PFAS are polluting groundwater in the Upper Rhine. The study recommends to ensure water quality for millions of people.

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The results of the Ermes-ii-Rhin programme on upper Rhine groundwater contamination were presented, showing the still strong presence of pesticides and nitrates, but also alerting emerging pollutants including TFA.

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A cross-border study shows that the groundwater in the Oberrheingraben is heavily contaminated with pollutants. What this means for drinking water and what experts recommend.

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Plant protection products, industrial substances, effluents: All this sooner or later gets into groundwater and often stays there for a long time. A recent study shows how strongly the Upper Rhine Trench is affected.