Blue Origin's wastewater plans add to Florida's Indian River Lagoon concerns
Phys.org • 12/4/2025 • Last cited 12/4/2025
Summary
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has proposed allowing Blue Origin to discharge nearly 500,000 gallons of wastewater daily at its Merritt Island facilities, raising concerns about potential impacts on the Indian River Lagoon. This plan has sparked environmental worries among local stakeholders, as reported by Phys.org.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
41 days
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
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Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
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Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 41 days - proven survivor
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