In Rural Illinois, Solar Powered Ultrasound Helps Kill Toxic Algal Blooms

In April 2026, Heather McFarland introduced Solarafts in Mattoon, Illinois, to combat microcystin from harmful algal blooms following a "do not drink" order in July 2025 due to toxins in Lake Paradise. The blooms, worsened by climate change and nutrient runoff, prompted the use of solar-powered Solarafts from Hydro-Bioscience at the local water treatment plant since 2019. These Solarafts utilize ultrasound technology to reduce harmful bacteria and cut chemical use by 50-60%, providing a sustainable water treatment solution.

Ilana Newman is the original author of this article – retrieved from Newswire

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