Author: Lauren McNitt
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Study: Caregivers unaware of Cryptosporidium risk in pools
Many caregivers are unaware of the risks of Cryptosporidium, a chlorine-resistant parasite found in pools. Considered a Recreational Water Illness (RWI), Cryptosporidium has increased 300 percent in the last 10 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Even with this increase in prevalence, a new study by Nielsen found caregivers lack knowledge about RWIs…
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Clean Technology Leader Richard E. Franklin Joins Clear Comfort Board
Nontoxic Pool Sanitation Company Clear Comfort Welcomes Cleantech Entrepreneur and Father of U.S. Olympic Swimmer to Board of Directors
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Asthma more common in Olympic swimmers
Asthma is more prevalent in Olympic swimmers than in other Olympic sports, and the prevalence of asthma in endurance swimmers is higher than in other aquatic sports, according to a new study. The study, published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, included swimmers who competed at the 2005, 2007 and 2009 FINA World…
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Four Common Pool Treatment Myths Debunked
Are you looking for a new pool sanitation system? Here are four common myths about pool treatment we’ve debunked to help you in your search.
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Five Steps to a More Eco-friendly Pool
With an eco-friendly pool, you can do your part for the environment. Today there are a number of sustainable products that will help you turn your pool from an energy-sucking, chemical-ridden hot zone to a pristine, healthy, sustainable swimming environment. Here are five ways to make your pool more green (but in a good way):
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Video: Advanced Industries Grant presentation
Watch Ken Lund, Executive Director of Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, present Clear Comfort with an Advanced Industries Accelerator Grant.
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Clear Comfort named Breakout Cleantech Company of the Year
Clear Comfort Water, a Boulder-based cleantech startup, last night was awarded Breakout Cleantech Company of the Year at the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association Awards Celebration. The award recognizes Colorado companies that are impacting the marketplace with innovative clean technologies, creating jobs in the local economy, and successfully scaling the technologies.
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Cryptosporidium outbreak settlement of $5 million approved
The New York State Court of Claims has granted preliminary approval of a proposed $5 million settlement of a class action lawsuit filed over a Cryptosporidium outbreak in a state water park. Until now, no technology has presented the ideal solution. Ozone and UV systems are expensive and still require high levels of chlorine for…
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Clear Comfort’s chlorine-alternative pool treatment process featured in BizWest
Clear Comfort’s pool sanitation technology, which eliminates or reduces the need for chlorine, is featured in BizWest.