Solving the blue-green algae problem: Mechanical circulation as a way to win the algae battle

Long-distance circulation helps restore nutrient-rich waters for a healthy aquatic ecosystem by allowing “good” green algae to predominate over harmful algae blooms without the need for chemicals.By Joel Bleth, president Medora Corporation  Harmful blue-green algae blooms  (HABs) in lakes have made headlines this summer throughout the country. HABs can disrupt municipal potable water systems, forcing residents to rely on bottled water, and have closed beaches on many