Water access scientists design and create systems to provide fresh water to remote locations and ensure that everyone has access to clean drinking water.
Water Access Scientist
Water Access Scientist
VIRTUAL JOB SHADOW
Welcome to your first day on the job! Watch this video to see what a day in the life of a Water Access Scientist is like.
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It’s hard to imagine life without access to fresh water, and so many of us take this basic necessity for granted. Here’s how to take action:
STEP 1: Research existing methods water access scientists are using to help increase access to clean water. Use this page from the UN Goals for Sustainable Development as a starting point.
STEP 2: Based on your research, use materials around your house (tin foil, coffee filters, paper towels, etc.), build a water filtration device. The goal of your water filtration device is to make dirty water potable, meaning that it is safe to drink.
STEP 3: Test it! Get some dirty water from a nearby puddle or pond and pour it through your water filtration device into a plastic container.
STEP 4: Compare before and after results. Did your water cleaning device work? Why or why not? What could be improved?
STEP 5: Share a picture of your water filtration device and before/after water results in the Student Showcase to build your resume & raise awareness about water access problems.
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