A Global Warning

USU College of Business professor Paul Jakus is a member of a panel of experts that says mercury pollution poses serious global threats to people. Scientists say that on average, three times more mercury now falls from the sky than before the industrial revolution and that health risks posed by mercury-contaminated fish warrant a general warning to the public. Jakus’ research focuses on the social and economic consequences of mercury use and pollution. He says the problem of mercury pollution must be addressed globally because emissions from one polluting site can travel globally and eventually affect the health of people in other parts of the world.

For more information, contact USU College of Business professor Paul Jakus [paul.jakus@usu.edu], 435-797-2309.