The most recent programs for the Water Supply Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1183 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Fri, 24 May 2013 08:17:35 GMT Weather officials from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Agriculture Department, and the U.S. Forest Service gave a summer outlook on drought conditions and national weather patterns for agriculture and the environment. The forecast showed that 51 percent of the continental U.S. was experiencing moderate to exceptional drought, with key areas of the central and western regions of the country most affected. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312784-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312784-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Nathan Hurst was interviewed on Skype about the House water resources development bill. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312620-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312620-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Charles Flynn spoke about the role of the Colorado River throughout the history of Yuma, Arizona. He talked about the role of the river during the Gold Rush, attempts to control the river after severe floods destroyed Yuma, and contemporary concerns such as overuse and pollution. He also spoke about efforts to conserve and protect the environment surrounding the Colorado River near Yuma. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) made a stop in their "2013 LCV Cities Tour" in Yuma, Arizona on April 1-4 to feature the history and literary life of the community.*Working with the Time Warner Cable local cable affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed.*The history segments air on American History TV (AHTV) on C-SPAN3 and the literary events/non-fiction author segments air on BookTV on C-SPAN2. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312419-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312419-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the impact of drought in Southwestern and Great Plains states on water supplies and the energy sector. Topics included global climate change, and increased collaboration between states, regions, and governmental agencies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312361-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312361-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Scientific and government officials discussed the complexity of aridity and drought. U.S. Geological Survey research scientist Margaret Redsteer said climate change would affect not only the magnitude but the severity and duration of droughts. Topics included the economic impacts from wild fires throughout the U.S. in 2012 to the famines that impact sub-Saharan Africa. "Aridity and Drought and their Consequences" was a plenary session of 13th National Conference on Science, Policy and the Environment, titled "Disasters and Environment: Science, Preparedness, and Resilience," held for three days in the Ronald Reagan Building by the National Council for Science and the Environment. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310396-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310396-4 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Kevin McCoy discussed his story about water costs in the U.S., which are up 33% since 2000. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308475-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308475-5 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Senator Max Baucus (D-MT) and others testified on legislation he co-sponsored, the Authorized Rural Water Projects Completion Act, to help with the backlog of water projects in rural communities. Other witnesses included representatives from tribal reservations and regional water authorities. They discussed water shortages and drought, infrastructure inadequacies, federal funding deficiencies, and the amounts of time taken to complete projects. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307345-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307345-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT State and Interior Department officials and people from across the U.S. working on water issues testified on the global water supply and public health issues. Among the topics they addressed were the need for clean drinking water, water use in agriculture, water purification technologies, and inter-agency coordination on public health issues and clean water regulation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303084-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303084-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Alex Prud'homme talked about his book, [The Ripple Effect: The Fate of Fresh Water in the Twenty-First Century]. He was interviewed by Mr. Parker and responded to questions from members of the audience. This was a program of the Texas Book Festival held in the C-SPAN/Book TV Tent. The program included a festival overview and schedule information. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302139-10 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302139-10 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT In his book Alex Prud'homme questions the safety, quality, and future availability of fresh water as consumption doubles every twenty years. Mr. Prud'homme examines the current water infrastructure and explores the growing privatization of the resource and it's designation as a right or a commodity. After his presentation Alex Prud'homme was joined in discussion by hydrogeologist Bob Moran. Then they responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300572-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300572-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the Environmental Protection Agency's rules to limit a pair of toxic chemicals that had been found in public water supplies. The chemicals chromium-6 and perchlorate had recently been found in drinking water supplies in California and across the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297814-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297814-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Olga Naidenko talked about the Environmental Working Group's recent study of U.S. drinking water, and she responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Chromium-6, a probable carcinogen, was found in the drinking water of 31 U.S. cities. C-SPAN Radio's Bobbi Jackson read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297262-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297262-4 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Participants spoke about the future of environmental and energy policy, particularly as it related to clean water. Among the topics they addressed were the use and re-use of fresh water, demands placed on water supplies, conservation programs, and the use of technology. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296249-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296249-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Felicity Barringer talked about her September 27, 2010 article, "Water Use in Southwest Heads for a Day of Reckoning," and she responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The article is a report on how the effects of a ten-year drought in the U.S. Southwest has led to declining water and reservoir levels in several states, despite a simultaneous major increase in population and demand for water in the region. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295922-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295922-5 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT The president of Pacific Institute shares his theory of how the country became hooked on buying water in the bottle and details why he believes tap water is just fine. The event was in Seattle. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294515-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294515-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT A case study by the American Society for Environmental History illustrated the changing perspectives on dams with a discussion on the possibilities presented by large-scale dam removal in the Klamath River Basin. Dam historian D.C. Jackson opened the program with a slide presentation of background information. Then producer/writer Stephen Most talked about the controversy and showed a clip of his documentary film [River of Renewal]. Residents and interest groups involved in the controversy over water use presented their points of view and responded to questions from members of the audience. Nancy Langston moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293262-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293262-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Steven Solomon recounted the ownership of fresh water throughout history and how it's propriety led to the development of civilizations from Europe to the American Industrial Revolution. Mr. Solomon contends that renewable water sources have become diminished and asserts that water is "the new oil," which has created developmental fissures between states that have it and those that don't. Steven Solomon discussed his book at Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, DC. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291476-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291476-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Lewis talked about his book [Brace for Impact: Surviving the Crash of the Industrial Age by Sustainable Living] (Outskirts Press; October 9, 2009). In his book he analyzes the gathering threats to society's life-support systems such as power, food, and water, and the inability of the political and economic institutions to preserve them. He examines the inter-related systems of industrial society and the economies of scale that lead to a concentration of risk. He advises that individual families and communities can weather the collapse through sustainable living. He was interviewed by the C-SPAN Bus crew at Frostburg State University. The date of the interview is not known. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288724-12 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288724-12 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about ways to prevent and mitigate water conflicts due to issues such as scarcity, access, and pollution. The discussion was held in conjuction with a new publication by the Catholic Relief Service, [Water and Conflict]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291094-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291094-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT David Hayes delivered the keynote address at the launch of a Water Resources Group new report, [Charting Our Water Future]. He talked about the significant water challenge in the U.S., and the impact of climate change on the water supply. Other participants and panelists also spoke about the report and the outlook for world fresh water supplies. Among the topics addressed were future demands on water resources, pollution, government regulation, and private sector interests in water supplies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290197-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290197-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Government officials talked about how water is used throughout the country and what still needs to be learned about water use. They also answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289721-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289721-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Robert Glennon talked about his book [Unquenchable: America's Water Crisis and What to Do About It] (Island Press; April 17, 2009). Mr. Glennon used humor and slides as he described the country's serious water supply problem. He presented numerous examples to establish that there is a problem and to illustrate how Americans waste water before examining many proposed options for alleviating the problem. Mr. Glennon then proposed the necessity for market-based solutions that look at water as a commodity and as a human right. He then responded to questions from members of the audience. Mr. Glennon is a University of Arizona law professor and author of the book [Water Follies: Groundwater Pumping and the Fate of America's Fresh Waters] (2002). This was a keynote speech at 11:00 a.m. on August 13, 2009, of the CLE International Arizona Water Law Conference, held at the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288651-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288651-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Alexandra Cousteau and Phillipe Cousteau talked about Planet Green's "Blue August"" special, which looks at the sustainability of the world's oceans and freshwater and what individuals and communities can do to help. They responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288299-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288299-7 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT The middle school section first prize-winning video, [Down to the Last Drop], was shown. The producers, Madison Richards, Samantha Noll, and Lauren Nixon, were interviewed by remote video from Milwaukee. They are 7th-grade students at McKinley Middle Charter School in Racine, Wisconsin. Their video was about the sustainability of the fresh water supply. Topics included how they produced the video, why they chose the subject, and what they learned. Janet Larsen participated from the C-SPAN studio. A video clip was shown of President Obama's remarks about water in his inaugural address. The guests responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Some audio interference from Wisconsin. C-SPAN Classroom's StudentCam video documentary contest was a national competition in which middle and high school students produced a documentary exploring an issue of national significance that they believe is in need of urgent attention from the new president of the United States using some C-SPAN footage and covering multiple viewpoints. The local cable company was Time Warner Cable. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285487-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285487-7 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Federal environmental officials and others testified about water safety and emerging contaminants in the waters of the United States. Among the issues they addressed were levels and sources of pharmaceutical, toxic and chemical substances found in surface water, possible effects on human health, and proposed solutions to the growing problems. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281197-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281197-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Royte read selections from and talked about her book, [Bottlemania: How Water Went on Sale and Why We Bought It] (Bloomsbury) at Oblong Books and Music in Rhinebeck, New York. In her remarks she also recounted a history of bottled water, and she responded to audience members' questions. In [Bottlemania] Ms. Royte reported on the bottled water phenomenon, pointing out that water sales have now surpassed sales of milk and beer. She discussed the environmental impact of discarded bottles and calls attention to water rights battles between bottling corporations and the communities where the water originates. Ms. Royte warned consumers about bottled water, saying bottled water plants are inspected only once a year, much less frequently than city water systems. Elizabeth Royte is the author of [Garbage Land] and [The Tapir's Morning Bath]. She has written for the [New York Times Magazine], [Harper's], [National Geographic], [Outside], [Smithsonian], and the [New Yorker]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280285-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280285-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on the infrastructure repairs needed to ensure safe drinking water. Topics included the economic and security challenges facing federal, state, and local government as a result of aging sewer and water facilities, and recommendations for long-term solutions. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. Janet Kavinoky moderated. David Chavem made opening remarks and Hank Habicht made closing remarks. The United States Chamber of Commerce and the National Chamber Foundation presented "Water Infrastructure: Why Congressional Action is Urgently Needed" in the Longworth House Office Building.Edit http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280072-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280072-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Kansas City Mayor Mark Funkhouser talked about the desire for the federal government to allow smaller, Midwestern cities to share in infrastructure assistance that often appears to be reserved for major metropolises. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. The Senate Banking Committee on Thursday will hear testimony on the state of the nation's infrastructure and state needs for federal assistance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205562-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205562-6 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Jonathan Rose opened the closing plenary session of a day-long conference on developing strategies to improve the national infrastructure with remarks on "Infrastructure Investment as the Framework for Equitable, Sustainable, Economic Growth." Then Armando Carbonell moderated reports from the roundtables on "Transformative Infrastructure Investments in Water, Transportation, Energy." Mort Downey reported on transportation. Bob Baugh reported on energy. Albert Appleton reported on water. After discussion and questions from members of the audience, closing remarks were made by Representative Blumenauer. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205253-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205253-3 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Vanessa Tobin spoke about the world water supply. She spoke about the increased risk of viral diseases associated with unsanitary water, and possible solutions including subsidies to help low income families by sanitation technology. Following her prepared remarks she answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204520-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204520-2 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT John McDonald spoke about the world water supply. He talked about the UN Water Decade from 1981-1991, including how he got the resolution passed byt the UN, and how they accomplished so much during that decade. He discussed what has been done since then to achieve the goal of bringing safe drinking water to everyone in the world. Following his prepared remarks he answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204520-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204520-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists discussed the factors that limit water available throughout the U.S. Topics include the competition for water by different users, the resulting changes in water flow, and changes in the quality of the water. Factors that pollute the water supply include population growth, irrigation, protecting the biodiversity of ecosystems, and climate change. Panelists provided specific examples of the connections between water use and water quality and how they can affect water availability. Following their prepared remarks the panelists answered questions from members of the audience. This briefing was held in the U.S. Capitol Building. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201824-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201824-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Participating by remote connection from New York City, Rick Pienciak talked about the five-month investigation by the Associated Press. The investigation turned up several pharmaceutical drugs including antibiotics and anticonvulsants in the drinking water supplies of at least 41 million Americans in 25 of the largest cities across the U.S. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203401-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203401-6 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Representative Davis talked about a $600 million drought relief package that he added to the omnibus spending bill. He also talked about the process of creating a spending bill and explained the concept of Pay-Go. He then answered phone calls from viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202418-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202418-3 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about proposed legislation that would authorize the increase of water resources for irrigation, hydroelectric power, and environmental purposes. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202883-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202883-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT The committee met to hear testimony on the need for a Water Commission to make assessments about future U.S. water supply, review current water management programs, and develop comprehensive water management strategies. Topics included the federal government's role in water policy and current issues in water resource management. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202188-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202188-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Participating by telephone, Mr. Goode reported on the congressional override of President Bush's veto of the Water Resources legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202152-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202152-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT The guest talked about the status and details of the Water Resources Development Act which authorizes $23 billion for federal water projects. The bill was passed by the House and Senate and now awaits presidential action. President Bush has said he will veto the legislation. Mr. Galloway responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201229-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201229-5 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Dr. Robert Morris talked about his book, [The Blue Death: Disease, Disaster, and the Water We Drink], published by HarperCollins. He warned about the dangers of polluted drinking water, which he said is a serious problem in America and around the world. He recounted a history of unsafe drinking water from a 19th century cholera epidemic in London through more recent examples, such as a 1993 outbreak of cryptosporidiosis in Milwaukee and a 2000 outbreak of E. coli in Canada. After his presentation he responded to audience members' questions. Dr. Morris is an environmental epidemiologist who has taught at Tufts University School of Medicine, Harvard University School of Public Health, and the Medical College of Wisconsin. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199309-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199309-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Alan Snitow and Deborah Kaufman talked about the book they wrote with Michael Fox, [Thirst: Fighting the Corporate Theft of Our Water], published by Jossey-Bass. The book is based on the documentary film by Deborah Kaufman and Alan Snitow that chronicled attempts by private corporations to take over public waterworks. The authors argued that profit-seeking companies increase rates and encourage wasteful use of water. They answered questions from members of the audience. Sylvia Kothe spoke from the audience about the fight against the privitization of the Stockton, California, public water system. The event was co-sponsored by Food and Water Watch and Concerned Citizens Coalition of Stockton. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/198437-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/198437-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the effect of the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in the joint cases of [Rapanos v. United States] and [Carabell v. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers] on the scope of the federal government's power to regulate wetlands through the Clean Water Act of 1972. Topics included the definition of 'navigable waters,' the roles of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers, jurisdictional disputes, measuring water quality, and the specific assents and dissents in the U.S. Supreme Court decisions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193686-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193686-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT The American Enterprise Institute held a forum on practical solutions to water scarcity. Among the issues they addressed were the availability of clean water supplies, the importance of water supply in developing areas, privatization of water resources, and water management policy. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191729-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191729-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT The panelists talked about Supreme Court cases involving the Clean Water Act, beginning with the [Rapanos] and [Carabell] cases having to do with wetlands. The discussants were involved in arguing the cases. Later, some of the participants described arguing the [S.D. Warren] case which specifically dealt with Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. It was noted that there are a growing number of cases challenging the framework of federal environmental laws on constitutional grounds. After their presentations the panelists answered audience members' questions. Mr. Echeverria served as moderator. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191303-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191303-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Johnson talked about Hurricane Katrina's rank as the largest natural and national disaster that the Environmental Protection Agency had faced in its 35 years of existence. He discussed oil spill cleanups, removal of debris, and the availability of clean water. Mr. Johnson also responded to questions and comments from telephone callers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189138-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189138-5 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for viewer comments on news of the day. Callers talked about various topics including federal disaster response efforts, lobbyists, and the Harriet Miers nomination to the United States Supreme Court. Participating by telephone from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Ms. Gautreaux discussed the environmental impact of Hurricane Katrina on the surrounding areas of New Orleans. She talked about the oil spills as well as the availability of drinking water. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189138-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189138-4 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for viewer comments on news of the day. They discussed Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and how to fund the project. Participating by telephone, Chris Piehler talked about the water quality in hurricane-stricken areas of the New Orleans as well as differing risk assessments from state and federal officials. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188829-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188829-3 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Sullivan talked about consideration of water and energy legislation in Congress, "pork barrel" measures added as amendments, and the reaction of environmental groups. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187643-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187643-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Thebaut discussed the decreasing global water supply. He is the writer, producer and director of the documentary [Running Dry], created by The Chronicles Group. The group also produces audio-visual materials on other issues that threaten the survival of the entire planet in order to mobilize the public to action. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. Participating from Albuquerque by telephone, Senator Domenici talked about the global water crisis and what is being done legislatively to address the problem. Senator Domenici is hosting a luncheon and a showing of [Running Dry] for members and staff of the U.S. Congress in Washington, DC today, but he will not be there. The film will also be shown to scholars and at the United Nations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185578-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185578-5 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Stoner discussed water quality. She gave particular attention to water quality issues confronting the nation's beaches. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183007-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183007-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Representatives of the nation's mayors and water supply officials outlined the growing water infrastructure needs facing the nation's large, small, and rural communities. Elevated lead levels in drinking water in the Washington, D.C. area spotlighted concern over public health issues. Water main breaks also cause millions of dollars in economic losses to communities each year when businesses and schools are forced to close, property is damaged, and traffic is snarled. The nation's water supply infrastructure is getting very old, but many communities do not really know what condition it is in. An important first step is for those communities to inventory and collect key data about their water systems. Communities then can set goals and priorities for maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement of old pipes and other equipment in need of repair. To meet financing needs, witnesses suggested various possibilities such as better asset management, more federal assistance, more efficient use of water, consolidation, and more technical assistance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181562-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181562-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT