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EPISODE · Oct 1, 2024 · 19 MIN

Mini artificial islands mimic wetlands and help filter Missouri's lakes and ponds

from St. Louis on the Air

Much of Missouri’s natural wetlands no longer exist. They were destroyed by agriculture and urban development which is a problem because wetlands filter contaminants and excess nutrients in water. Artificial floating wetlands are becoming a promising alternative that mimic the real thing on a smaller scale. Producer Ulaa Kuziez went to St. Charles County to check out how a new floating wetland installed by the Missouri Department of Conservation helps improve water quality.

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Much of Missouri’s natural wetlands no longer exist. They were destroyed by agriculture and urban development which is a problem because wetlands filter contaminants and excess nutrients in water. Artificial floating wetlands are becoming a...

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