This week’s Hometown Hero, presented by Hendrick Southpoint, is Drew Coleman! Environment, Ecology and Energy Program professor at the UNC, Coleman is this week’s Hometown Hero in recognition of his unexpected observation of lead in UNC water sources during a summer teaching program. The heath risk was discovered during an internship exercise in water sampling and lab testing, and has since expanded into a significant investigation into the presence of lead in UNC water sources.

As systematic testing of water at UNC continues and old lead pipes are replaced, the work of Coleman and his students are to thanks for a safer campus and continued clean water available for everyone at UNC.

Listen to this week’s Hometown Hero segment below, and check in next week for another recognition of someone who is making a difference in our community!

 


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