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Managed properly, natural swimming pools have crystal clear water and require no chemicals to maintain, as they are self-cleaning mini-ecosystems. They are beautiful, refreshing and sustainable!

We have been in awe of Katie Spotz for quite some time for all that she does for Blue Planet Run. She ran as part of a four-person team for the Blue Planet Run 24-hour trail relay last spring; she is training to row across the Atlantic by herself next year; and she has just accomplished her latest amazing feat in the name of safe drinking water…

The New York Times covers chlorine alternatives for swimming pools.  Swimming pool chlorine can be harsh on your skin and often requires a lot of maintenance.  Many in the pool industry still believe that chlorine is the best option, but there are a number of chlorine substitutes coming to the market that provide a greener alternative.

British guy swims half a mile in the North Pole's freezing waters to pull a signal on Global Warming.

This is a good article that discusses the various suppliers of residential solar swimming pool heaters. The article discusses the cost trade-offs vs. gas and electric. It is a great jumping point for investing solar for your pool.