The effects of pollution:
· Sediment can cloud water and make it difficult for aquatic plants to grow and aquatic animals to live.
· Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms.
· Bacteria and other pathogens can wash into swimming areas and create health hazards.
· Debris— plastic bags, six-pack rings, bottles, and cigarette butts—washed into water bodies can choke, suffocate, or disable aquatic life like ducks, turtles, and birds.
· Household hazardous wastes like insecticides, pesticides, paint, solvents, motor oil, and other auto fluids can poison aquatic life.
Polluted storm water can also negatively affect drinking water sources.
http://www.city.urbana.il.us/urbana/public_works/engineering/storm_water_management/Pollution_Effects.html

How would it benefit the environment if we prevent more pollution from happening?
~reduced liability in the event of a spill
~conservation of wildlife and habitat
~improved company image
~better materials management
~avoided state and federal fines (civil and criminal)
~avoided process disruption and "down time"
~increased public safety
~improved community relations
~sustained worker health and safety
~protection of private property
~reduced insurance
~reduced disposal and regulatory costs

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