News: Maine Calling – Algal Blooms
Climate change and erosion from watershed development conspire to pollute Maine lakes. Harmful algal blooms may be the unfortunate outcome.
Panelists:
Linda Bacon, (former) lake biologist, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
Lidie Robbins, executive director, 30 Mile River Watershed Association
Tristan Taber, water quality program director, technical director, aquatic scientist, Lake Stewards of Maine
“[An algae bloom] is usually most related to a high amount of nutrients that have come into a waterbody,” said Taber.
