The quality of drinking water is a matter of concern for everyone, and recent reports of high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water have sparked controversy.
According to Greenpeace campaigner Christine Rose, the levels are "outrageous" and pose a risk to public health. However, Environment Canterbury has challenged the portrayal of the results, arguing that they are misleading. In this article, we will explore the debate around nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water and examine the evidence behind the opposing views. Specifically, we will look at the use of statistics from a single Danish study by Greenpeace and compare it to New Zealand's Drinking Water Standards, set by the Ministry of Health and Taumata Arowai.
