Water Quality
In this unit we will be exploring what we mean by water quality, why it’s important to have good water quality and what we can do to help maintain it.

Explore
What makes mangroves so special?
Learn
Taste that? Why is salt important to maintaining a healthy ecosystem in the BVI.
Apply It!
Tell us what you’ve learned about water quality and why it’s important!
Protecting Aquatic Species
Our waters are home to a vast array of animals found no where else on earth, and we have a tremendous responsibility to protect their habitat and to protect these incredible harmless and vulnerable animals themselves. Learn more here.
Video 1
Don’t be salty — make your own salt water! Tune in to this video from Earth Echo and make your own fresh water! Take photos of you with your set up and share with us!
Video 2
Mangrove Health in the BVI
Clear, quality water is an important part of the BVI’s health — but it’s not the only part. The plants — and especially the Mangrove trees — play a major role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem.