Events
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8-10 Nov 2024 – Hammamet Tunisia
AGIC5 Special session: Groundwater recharge in arid and semi-arid regions with focus on the MENA
Groundwater recharge, Managed aquifer recharge, Mena region. Assessing groundwater recharge in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions is critical in the face of escalating drought hazards induced by climate change and exacerbated by groundwater over-abstractions. This challenge is further compounded by significant data gaps, mainly spatiotemporal information, emphasizing the urgency for comprehensive studies to bridge knowledge disparities and formulate resilient strategies for sustainable groundwater management, and to guide managed aquifer recharge (MAR) activities. The session will focus on groundwater recharge assessment in the MENA region. This session promises to feature a collection of valuable papers that delve into the latest methods and advancements in understanding, measuring, assessing and managing groundwater recharge. Attendees can anticipate perusing papers on various topics, including cutting-edge techniques for observations, data analysis, modeling approaches, and the integration of remote sensing methods and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to enhance precision in groundwater recharge assessments at regional or local scales. The session will also address the crucial aspect of climate change, exploring projections and impacts on groundwater recharge. Papers dedicated to rainwater harvesting and managed aquifer recharge solutions, emphasizing their role as adaptive strategies to drought and groundwater overexploitation, and to address the challenges posed by climate change and increasing demand are also encouraged.
Price: https://agic.tn/international-participants/
Organised by IAH Tunisia (CTH), IAH MENA.
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19 Nov 2024 – Burlington House, London
Ineson Lecture 2024
Groundwater famine and feast: Quantifying future groundwater extremes. The natural variability of the earth’s climate is predicted to become more extreme, with impacts on the hydrological cycle already evident. The intensity and frequency of floods and droughts are expected to increase, compounded by other drivers of environmental change. The talks at Ineson 2024 will address the causes, impacts and water management issues related to groundwater extremes, looking at progress over recent decades as well as current challenges and future directions. Talks will consider the evolution of scientific knowledge of physical processes and human interactions including large-scale climatic drivers and spatio-temporal geological controls, challenges in quantifying impacts and response options through data and modelling, and future societal and policy needs to manage groundwater floods and droughts.
The 2024 Ineson Lecture will be delivered by Dr John Bloomfield, a Principal Hydrogeologist at the British Geological Survey (BGS) where he has worked for the last 33 years. In the early 2000s, John became the Groundwater Resources Topic and Team leader for BGS where he has overseen a wide range of projects investigating geological controls on hydrogeology, and, for the last decade or more, groundwater responses to hydrological extremes and climate change. He has published over 80 papers in the peer-reviewed literature and his recent work has focussed primarily on groundwater drought. John’s Ineson lecture will provide an overview of how we can understand hydrological extremes in a non-stationary world.
Our keynote speaker is Dr David Macdonald, Principal Hydrogeologist at the British Geological Survey. David has been at the BGS for 35 years, leading research into groundwater flooding, policy and management, as well as international research into groundwater resource assessment and climate resilience. David’s talk will discuss the history of groundwater flooding in the UK and globally, ongoing research into groundwater flooding and potential mitigations and impacts on local communities.Price: TBC
Organised by IAH-GB Chapter.
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27-29 Nov 2024 – Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus
Groundwater Symposium of the International Association of Hydrogeologists, Mexico Chapter
Groundwater Interaction. In a world of rapid change, groundwater is a vital resource facing increasing pressure. To predict future trends, it is crucial to understand how groundwater relates to rivers, lakes, and ecosystems, and how it reacts to extreme weather events and urban growth, taking advantage of efficient technological advances.
Sustainable management strategies must consider the multiple connections within the water-food-energy-ecosystems link, and can only be developed in close collaboration between stakeholders and society at large.
At the Groundwater Symposium of the IAH Mexico Chapter, we will promote interactions between the academic community, industry, public administration, non-profit and international organizations, as well as general stakeholders to share knowledge and address these challenges.
Immerse yourself in an event full of knowledge with keynotes, panel discussions, keynotes, poster sessions, and student sessions. Also, don't miss the interesting courses that will be taught before and after the symposium!
Join experts, academics, and students to explore the challenges and solutions in groundwater management.
Get ready for an enriching and inspiring experience!
Important Dates:
Deadline for receipt of abstracts – August 31
Issuance of Letters of Acceptance – September 15.Price: See website for Symposium prices
Organised by IAH Mexico Chapter.
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6 Dec 2024 – Online
Ghana Association of Hydrogeologists First Virtual Training Session: Integrating R-tool with PHREEQC
PHREEQC Coupled with R-Tool for Geochemical Inverse Modelling. Exciting Announcement!
Dear Members,
The Webinar Committee of the Ghana Association of Hydrogeologists is delighted to introduce its first virtual training session, open to both members and non-members. This comprehensive 4-hour training will focus on integrating R-tool with PHREEQC, empowering you to:
Master Geochemical Modeling with PHREEQC & R-Tool:
- Speciation and saturation index calculations
- Equilibrium and kinetic reactions
- Redox and acid-base reactions
- Sorption and desorption modeling
- Water-rock interaction simulations
- Groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling
- Surface water and groundwater interaction studies
- Water quality assessment and prediction
By the end of the training, you will be able to:
- Understand water-rock interactions
- Analyze surface water contributions to groundwater recharge
- Master geochemical modeling
- Enhance skills in contaminant transport modeling
- Network with peers
To prepare for this training:
- Download PHREEQC and R-tool (free) before the training
- Familiarize yourself with both tools
- Review basic geochemical concepts
Training Details:
- Date: 6th December 2024
- Duration: 4 hours (virtual)
- Link: (https://meet.google.com/ynn-xatk-bxb)
Registration:
Kindly fill out this form: (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffNo7dI8TaxsuYqi5dxVvnIubCdnJoENCssBVsI8DQ5eiIuQ/viewform ).Price: free
Organised by Ghana Association of Hydrogeologists.
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28 Apr - 2 May 2025 – Stellenbosch, South Africa
12th International Symposium on Managed Aquifer Recharge (ISMAR 12)
From Theory to Implementation and Operation. The 12th International Symposium on Managed Aquifer Recharge (ISMAR12) will be held in the wine heartland of South Africa, Stellenbosch, from 28 April to 2 May 2025. The main theme “From Theory to Implementation and Operation” places the focus on the latest research, implementation of MAR sites and the practicality of operating MAR schemes. The 8 Sub-themes cover multiple aspects in the field of MAR in the domestic/municipal, agricultural, and mining sectors. Oral and Poster presentations, multiple workshops and social interactions will allow the delegates to present innovative solutions and discuss pressing societal challenges. Various exhibit opportunities and sponsoring opportunities exist. Pre-conference courses will allow the delegates to gain practical knowledge for our expert presenters. 3 end-of-the-week excursions are planned to showcase the latest MAR sites and the landscape of the Cape Town and Saldanha areas with networking opportunities.
Organised by IAH, ASCE, UNESCO.
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11-13 Jun 2025 – Turin, Italy
Flowpath 2025 | National Meeting on Hydrogeology
Save the date! More information to be announced soon.
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15-19 Sep 2025 – Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia
IAH 2025 – The 52nd Congress of the International Association of Hydrogeologists
Join us for an extraordinary gathering of groundwater expertise at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, from September 15-19, 2025. This event, held in conjunction with the 2025 Australasian Groundwater Conference, marks a significant return of the World Groundwater Congress to Australia after 12 years.
Organised by ICMS Australasia.