Clean Water Pro and founder Lynne Melvin were mentioned in an article published by Water Today New York on January 6, 2026 (10:50 pm EST). The article reports on the continued expansion of harmful algal blooms (HABs) across North America and outlines both upstream mitigation efforts and in-lake treatment strategies.
The report states that during the 2025 monitoring season, harmful algal blooms were confirmed in 196 water bodies across New York State. Of those, 81 were new water bodies that had not reported HABs in the previous season. The article notes that blooms are increasing in number, expanding into more locations, and lasting longer in many regions.
Clean Water Pro’s Inclusion in the Article
In the section titled “Conquering HABs at the lake,” Clean Water Pro is identified as a company working to clean up ponds and smaller lakes affected by blue-green algae.
The article outlines the background of Lynne Melvin, stating that she began the algae mitigation business in Manitoba, Canada in 2008. It describes how, by 2012, she had developed a combination of beneficial microbes, phosphate binding agents, and oxygenation equipment to recover water quality. The report notes that the business expanded to commercial clients, including campgrounds and municipalities.
The article further explains that the treatment process involves placing an aeration device with a diffuser plate near the bottom of the water body. Dissolved oxygen is released to impact the top layer of sediment and circulate oxygen through the water column. According to the report, the service includes an in-house lab used to analyze water samples and identify the species of HABs present.
The article also states that effective mitigation includes testing tributaries draining into the target water body, along with identifying nutrient pollution point sources such as concentrated livestock operations within the drainage basin.
Additionally, the report notes that Clean Water Pro prefers working on smaller lakes but can accommodate reactive or preventative treatment plans for water bodies up to 1,000 acres in size. The article references a research project authorized by Health Canada at Lake Minnewasta in Manitoba, described as a 300-acre drinking water source and recreation site up to 25 feet deep.
Broader Context of the Article
The Water Today New York article discusses upstream mitigation efforts, including funding from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and nutrient management practices aimed at reducing phosphate runoff. It also highlights the importance of monitoring, soil conservation, agricultural practices, and watershed management in reducing HAB risks.
The inclusion of Clean Water Pro appears within this broader discussion of strategies being used to address harmful algal blooms at both the watershed and lake levels.
Read the Full Article
The full article published by Water Today New York on January 6, 2026 can be read here: