A new study suggests that sustainable irrigation can boost crop productivity to feed 1.4 billion more people, reducing environmental impacts and clearing natural land for agriculture. However, climate change may complicate this calculus, requiring additional research on water management strategies.
SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 13, 2022
A team of scientists led by Dr. Matthew L. Niemiller has rediscovered the Shelta Cave Crayfish, a rare and ancient species thought to be extinct for 30 years. The discovery was made in a cave system in northern Alabama and highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect threatened species.
SourcePensoft Publishers·JournalSubterranean Biology·DateJun 1, 2022
A recent study reveals that climate change has driven shifts in European grain production, with Eastern Europe taking on a greater role. The shift is attributed to technological advancements and global climate change, which have increased crop yields in the region.
SourceEötvös Loránd University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMay 20, 2022
Researchers at UC Riverside discover that adding iodide to a water treatment reactor using ultraviolet (UV) light and sulfite can destroy up to 90% of PFAS chemicals in just a few hours. This method accelerates the reaction four times, saving energy and chemicals, and enables the treatment of ten times higher concentrations of PFAS.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 20, 2022
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The Mekong delta, Southeast Asia's most productive agricultural region and home to 17 million people, is at risk of disappearing by the end of the century due to subsidence. Sediment loss from upstream dams and poor water management exacerbates the issue, threatening food security and livelihoods.
SourceStanford Woods Institute for the Environment·JournalScience·DateMay 6, 2022
Researchers have mapped a huge, actively circulating groundwater system in deep sediments in West Antarctica, which could speed glaciers and release carbon. The discovery has significant implications for understanding the behavior of the frozen form found in glaciers.
SourceColumbia Climate School·JournalScience·TypeObservational study·DateMay 5, 2022
A new study using subsurface imaging sheds light on the geological connection between Yellowstone's iconic hydrothermal features and deeper heat sources. The research team detected hydrothermal alteration and found a remarkable similarity in deep structure beneath areas such as Norris Geyser Basin and Lower Geyser Basin.
Researchers at UBCO's School of Engineering have developed a new, faster method for analyzing toxic waste materials using fluorescence spectroscopy and convolutional neural networks. This method can detect key toxins such as naphthenic acids in oil sands samples, providing a low-cost alternative to current methods.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia Okanagan campus·JournalJournal of Hazardous Materials·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 21, 2022
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Groundwater supplies half of world's drinking water and is vital to agriculture and industry; poor management threatens global water security. A study in Australia highlights the benefits of collective action in groundwater management.
SourceFlinders University·JournalJournal of Hydrology·TypeCase study·DateMar 20, 2022
The Bureau of Reclamation is providing $5.6 million in funding to 15 projects focused on improving desalination and water purification technologies. These advancements aim to expand access to otherwise unusable water resources, addressing the climate crisis and meeting Western communities' needs for a new source of water.
A study led by the University of Texas at Austin found that groundwater levels in Sub-Saharan Africa frequently increased over time, with most aquifers replenishing their water supply during rainy periods. The research tracked long-term water storage gains and losses across Africa's major aquifers using NASA's GRACE satellites.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·DateMar 1, 2022
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A study published in AGU Advances found that water depletion from rivers and lakes accelerates near urban centers due to factors like increased evaporation and groundwater exploitation. Researchers analyzed satellite imagery of the US from 1984 to 2018 and developed a model predicting surface water loss proximity to cities.
SourceUniversità di Bologna·JournalAGU Advances·DateFeb 10, 2022
Researchers reassess radon's accuracy for tracing natural radioactive atoms in flowing groundwater. A new study reveals that the equilibrium assumption used in previous measurements may be flawed, throwing doubt on radon transfer rates.
SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal Plus·DateFeb 2, 2022
A symmetrical, 2x3 km buried formation in Qatar suggests evidence of a sedentary civilization with advanced engineering skills. The site's unique soil composition and landscaping point to irrigation systems and crop cultivation.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing·TypeImaging analysis·DateJan 26, 2022
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A study by Politecnico di Milano reveals that large-scale land acquisitions for agriculture lead to increased water scarcity, impacting local users. The research analyzed 160 acquisitions and found that 105 resulted in competition for water, often at the expense of local communities.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalNature Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 26, 2022
Native marine macroalgae thrive in environments created by natural groundwater seeps, benefiting from enhanced nutrients despite lowered salinity levels. In contrast, tainted groundwater seeps support invasive species, threatening native algal dominance.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalLimnology and Oceanography Letters·TypeObservational study·DateJan 20, 2022
Scientists have developed a mathematical method to interpret data on underground water flows, providing more efficient and accurate imaging for planning construction works and inspecting dams. The technique has great potential for locating water reservoirs in dry areas and tapping into this resource for agricultural and industrial needs.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalIEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing·DateJan 10, 2022
A multi-institutional team led by Virginia Tech is developing new theories on socio-environmental diversity and its impact on effective groundwater self-governance regimes. The research aims to identify promising stakeholder-driven solutions to groundwater depletion, which threatens farmers' livelihoods and national food supplies.
A new study found that Brood X cicada emergence holes significantly increased water infiltration rates in undisturbed areas but not in disturbed sites. The holes filled with sediment and debris over time, causing a rapid decrease in infiltration at disturbed locations.
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Researchers found that tides play a crucial role in modulating groundwater discharge and coastal salinity, especially during low rainfall periods. Heavy rains and tropical cyclones also impact submarine groundwater discharge, with significant effects on coastal ecosystems and aquaculture.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalScientific Reports·TypeObservational study·DateDec 8, 2021
Researchers from Ruhr-University Bochum found that adding organic carbon substances like ethanol and glucose can improve nitrate degradation in groundwater. Temperature played a significant role in selecting the most effective substance.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalWater Resources Research·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 1, 2021
Researchers at Aarhus University have developed a groundbreaking technology to accurately map and characterize groundwater systems. The new method uses surface-based NMR measurements, enabling detailed hydrogeological and geological analysis in previously inaccessible areas.
SourceAarhus University·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateNov 24, 2021
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A new dataset from Canterbury earthquakes provides over 15,000 case histories for liquefaction, significantly augmenting model training and testing. The dataset enhances hazard assessments and improves engineering solutions in earthquake recovery, benefiting society as a whole.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateNov 24, 2021
A new study warns that California's Central Valley groundwater may be unable to recover from past and future droughts, with less than a third recovered after the 2012-2016 drought. The researchers found that groundwater recovery times can be halved with modest caps on pumping in drought and post-drought years.
SourceAmerican Geophysical Union·JournalWater Resources Research·DateNov 18, 2021
Princeton researchers have solved a 54-year-old mystery about why certain fluids slow down under pressure when flowing through porous materials. The findings could help improve processes in oil recovery, groundwater remediation and more.
SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 5, 2021
A new study analyzes when a low-to-no-snow future might arrive and its implications for water management. If greenhouse gas emissions continue, low-to-no-snow winters will become regular occurrences in the western U.S. in 35 to 60 years.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Reviews Earth & Environment·TypeLiterature review·DateOct 26, 2021
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Researchers developed a new method to locate groundwater using satellite imagery, geospatial techniques, and GIS. The technique identifies most effective recharge zones as those with numerous rock fractures, low drainage, and gentle slopes.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalWater·TypeImaging analysis·DateOct 26, 2021
A new project led by Cornell University's Flavio Lehner will improve climate models to reduce uncertainty in future water projections. The research aims to assess the sensitivity of models to changing environmental factors, such as temperature and greenhouse gases.
A new study reveals that incorporating lateral groundwater processes into forest models can significantly impact predictions of tree survival in drought conditions. By accounting for the sideways flow of water through soil, scientists can better understand how riparian forests will respond to future climate change.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·DateOct 19, 2021
A new study by PSE Healthy Energy reveals that over 16 billion barrels of oil and gas wastewater were disposed of in unlined pits, contaminating regional aquifers with salts and toxins. The Tulare Basin, home to four million people, is at risk due to a lack of regulatory protections for groundwater near these disposal sites.
SourcePSE Healthy Energy·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 15, 2021
Researchers found that changes to the ice sheet immediately impact the groundwater underlying the island, affecting Arctic hydrology and ocean circulation patterns. The discovery sheds new light on the importance of groundwater in responding to climate change.
SourceThe University of Montana·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeObservational study·DateOct 11, 2021
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Groundwater recovery time varies by region and human activity, with some areas taking up to 15 years to recharge. Excessive pumping can cause land subsidence, contaminant mobilization, and decreased water quality.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalJournal of Hydrology·DateSep 30, 2021
Researchers at Binghamton University used thermal imaging drones to detect coastal seeps on Easter Island, finding areas where freshwater emerges from the sea. The technology allows for high-resolution images of these sources, enabling researchers to better understand how ancient communities used them to survive.
SourceBinghamton University·JournalRemote Sensing·DateSep 21, 2021
The Bureau of Reclamation has awarded $3.1 million in grants to develop improved water data, modeling and forecasting capabilities for water managers in western states. The selected projects will provide accurate and reliable information to support informed decision-making in a changing climate.
New research published in PNAS suggests that community-based monitoring can improve water management in rural Costa Rica by reducing groundwater extraction and improving water quality. The program, which used a smartphone application and WhatsApp, showed modest but significant effects after one year.
SourceUniversity of Maryland Baltimore County·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 24, 2021
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Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin tracked water storage in 14 major US aquifers over 15 years, finding that irrigation habits can be managed more effectively in humid regions. The study highlights the importance of surface water in replenishing groundwater, which helps dampen the impacts of irrigation.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 19, 2021
A team of scientists from GEOMAR and the University of Malta discovered a groundwater reservoir off the coast of Malta using innovative methods. The research found evidence of an isolated freshwater body in limestone formations three kilometers from the coast, which could represent a new source of drinking water for the islands.
SourceHelmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR)·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·TypeObservational study·DateAug 6, 2021
Scientists have reported the discovery of freshened groundwater offshore the Maltese Islands, which may constitute a new source of potable water. The study suggests that this offshore groundwater body is isolated and not actively recharged, posing sustainability concerns for its exploitation.
A new machine learning technique has been developed to assess water quality data and detect groundwater samples impacted by oil and gas production. The study concludes that hydrofracking does not necessarily incur more environmental problems than conventional drilling, although further research is needed to confirm this finding.
SourceSyracuse University·JournalWater Research·DateJun 25, 2021
Anthropologists at Binghamton University have received a grant from the National Geographic Society to study ancient Rapa Nui communities' water management techniques. Their research will focus on coastal seeps and inland resources, shedding light on how past populations dealt with freshwater scarcity.
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Researchers analyzed satellite imagery and groundwater data from 2015-2020, finding that current practices threaten riparian ecosystems' long-term survival. The study suggests a need for revised water management strategies to mitigate water stress and preserve these critical environments.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 14, 2021
Researchers warn that karst aquifers are vulnerable to contamination due to fast infiltration of pollutants during rainfall events. The study highlights the risks of degradable pollutants like glyphosate exceeding safe levels by 19 times.
SourceUniversity of Malaga·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 9, 2021
Researchers used seismic waves to monitor groundwater dynamics in high mountains, tracking changes in soil saturation and predicting runoff. The study provides valuable insights into the function of the vadose zone as a link between precipitation and groundwater reservoirs.
SourceGFZ GeoForschungsZentrum Potsdam, Helmholtz Centre·JournalAGU Advances·DateMay 19, 2021
Concordia researchers report that over three-quarters of Iran's land is under extreme groundwater overdraft, primarily driven by agricultural demands. Urgent action is needed to address the growing crisis and prevent irreversible impacts on land and the environment.
SourceConcordia University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMay 18, 2021
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Researchers found that pollutants can reach groundwater supplies quickly, posing a significant risk to drinking water quality. The study highlights the increased risk of pollution in karst regions with thin soils, such as the Mediterranean region.
SourceUniversity of Freiburg·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 17, 2021
Researchers found that low-to-mid latitude land surfaces cooled by an average of 5.8°C during the Last Glacial Maximum, contradicting previous estimates. The study's findings suggest a higher climate sensitivity to greenhouse gases and potentially stronger future global warming.
SourceWoods Hole Oceanographic Institution·JournalNature·DateMay 12, 2021
A recent study reveals that up to 50% of contaminants reach groundwater before degrading through focused recharge, posing a significant challenge for water and land use management. Focused recharge can lead to higher levels of pollutants in groundwater, exceeding maximum permissible concentrations in Europe.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 10, 2021
A study by researchers in Berlin and Milan found that floods can increase bacteria concentrations in groundwater due to reduced purification capacity of bank filtration. The research highlights the importance of considering seasonal dynamics and sediment properties in risk assessment practices.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalWater Resources Research·DateMay 7, 2021
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A new study published in Astrobiology finds that Martian meteorites contain the necessary ingredients to support microbial life, including water and radioactive elements. The researchers believe that wherever there's groundwater on Mars, there's a good chance of finding habitable environments for subsurface microbial life.
Research suggests that global warming caused a shift in the Earth's axis due to glacial melting and changes in land water storage. The study analyzed data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) mission, finding that water loss on land contributed significantly to the eastward change in polar drift.
SourceAmerican Geophysical Union·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateApr 22, 2021
A new Stanford-led study develops a framework to calculate future floodwater volumes under climate change, identifying areas for infrastructure investments in California's aging water infrastructure. The tool aims to maximize groundwater recharge, reducing drought risks and building water reserves, while also mitigating flood risks.
A new study reveals a strong correlation between changes in Taiwan's seismicity rate and its seasonal water cycle fluctuations. Shallow earthquakes in eastern Taiwan show an opposite correlation, with peak seismicity rates occurring in either winter or summer.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 14, 2021
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University of Hawaii researchers demonstrate a new method to detect freshwater plumes using surface-towed marine controlled-source electromagnetic (CSEM) imaging. The study reveals substantial volumes of freshwater present in the ocean column, with one plume estimated to be equivalent to four Olympic-sized swimming pools.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateMar 31, 2021
A global study led by the University of Gothenburg found that groundwater discharges are a major source of nitrogen and phosphorus to coastal waters worldwide, often exceeding river pollution at 60% of sites. This discovery highlights the importance of considering groundwater aquifers in managing coastal water quality.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalNature Reviews Earth & Environment·DateMar 30, 2021
A Rutgers-led study reveals the 20th century saw the fastest sea-level rise in 2,000 years along much of the US Atlantic coast. The global increase from melting ice and warming oceans was more than twice the average for the past 1800 years.
SourceRutgers University·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 23, 2021
Researchers found nearly two-thirds of wells have water levels below nearest stream, indicating rivers are leaking into aquifers. The phenomenon, exacerbated by human activity, may worsen in decades, with some rivers potentially disappearing, impacting downstream communities and ecosystems.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature·DateMar 17, 2021
A new study found that sea-level rise is causing wastewater to flood into coastal waters in urban Honolulu, leading to negative impacts on water quality and ecological health. The study used chemical tracers to detect groundwater discharge and wastewater, revealing that both are occurring today due to tidal influences.
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalLimnology and Oceanography Letters·DateMar 12, 2021
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A University of Michigan study finds that groundwater depletion could significantly impact Indian agriculture, with potential losses of up to 20% in winter cropped acreage nationwide. The researchers estimate that even partial replacement with canal irrigation may not be enough to maintain current production levels.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalScience Advances·DateFeb 24, 2021
A public-private partnership in Monterey/Salinas has developed a novel water recycling program using urban stormwater runoff, irrigation drainage, food processing water, and traditional municipal wastewater. The recycled water supplies one-third of all drinking water on the Monterey Peninsula while providing irrigation water for high-v...
SourceStanford University School of Engineering·JournalWater·DateFeb 24, 2021
The developed framework captures detailed information on agricultural groundwater use at the regional scale down to individual fields. It combines data from satellite images, weather prediction models, and land-surface hydrology models to estimate water delivery to each field.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalHydrology and Earth System Sciences·DateFeb 8, 2021