Milwaukee South News

Salt used for de-icing is known to accelerate the aging of infrastructure like roads, bridges, and sidewalks, leading to costly repairs and replacements. Additionally, salt can harm freshwater ecosystems and degrade drinking water quality.

Winter Salt Week will offer insights into these issues through presentations from ecologists, public works staff, and policymakers from across the United States. The event aims to discuss the environmental impact of de-icers, ongoing measures to address these concerns, and ways individuals can contribute to solutions.

The event is scheduled from January 27th to January 31st, with daily livestreams starting at 12:30 PM Central Time. Interested participants can register on the Winter Salt Week website.