Valuing Cultus Lake Before It’s Too Late | Vancouver News

Scientists are putting a price tag on Cultus Lake to convince governments to invest in its protection—because this beloved summer hotspot, drawing millions, is warming up and getting polluted, risking toxic algae blooms that threaten fish and visitors alike. Researchers are surveying tourists to gauge how much they’d pay to keep the lake healthy, hoping to justify spending millions on fixes like oxygenation systems. Early results show the lake itself is the top draw—meaning we may need to start paying for its preservation if we want to save it from climate change and human impact. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/40201774df2aaee3