News
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Pakistan’s agriculture sector is becoming increasingly dependent on groundwater due to multiple factors, including declining river flows, erratic rainfall, expansion of water-intensive rice and sugarcane crops, increased cropping intensity, and more recently, the widespread adoption of solar-powered tubewells that offer minimal operating costs, which encourages indiscriminate pumping of groundwater. But... read more...
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New research suggests that streamflow arising from snow-capped mountains is complicated. Researchers found that most mountain snowfall has a years-long invisible journey as groundwater before it leaves the mountains in streams. Determining the age of mountain streamflow is a prerequisite for predicting how mountain hydrology will respond to changes in... read more...
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Iraqi farmers facing scarce rainfall and repeated droughts are drilling wells in the desert to reach groundwater sources and sustain their irrigation systems. While the underground reservoirs help mitigate agricultural losses, it may be a risky move as aquifers across the world are depleting fast than they replenish. Find out... read more...
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After a winter that was slightly drier than usual, the extremely dry spring is putting the Dutch water system under pressure. Groundwater levels have dropped significantly below the normal level for this time of year in many areas. Find out more https://www.naturetoday.com/intl/en/nature-reports/message/?msg=33767 read more...
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Research suggests climate change, increased monsoon rainfall and expanded groundwater pumping have driven substantial vegetation growth in the Thar Desert over the past two decades. Continued greening appears possible, as climate models project a 20% to 50% increase in mean annual precipitation through the end of the century under both... read more...
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Malta relies heavily on groundwater extraction, with data showing that just over a third of its water supply is sourced through groundwater, with the remaining two-thirds coming from desalination plants. Groundwater extraction for commercial purposes is currently free and companies can extract water from boreholes at no charge. Find out... read more...
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A combination of water management practices has contributed to notable groundwater gains in Central Arizona despite the region dealing with long-term water stress. Researchers drew on GRACE satellite data, regional models and groundwater level monitoring data to show how water levels have changed in response to wet and dry periods... read more...
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India extracts 25% of the world’s groundwater, more than any other country, for agriculture, industry, and drinking water. But overuse, pollution, and climate change are depleting reserves fast—from Punjab’s dry fields to Bengaluru’s water crisis, the race to save groundwater is on. Find out more https://www.thehindu.com/children/groundwater-the-invisible-gift/article69353106.ece read more...
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The 2025 campaign ‘Glacier Preservation’ highlights the need to reduce carbon emissions to slow glacial melting and promotes the sustainable management of glacial meltwater. As efforts continue to ensure safe and sufficient water for drinking, agriculture, and other essential needs, understanding groundwater’s role becomes even more important. Learning about and... read more...
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Understanding how groundwater recharges is essential info for sustainably managing Australia’s water resources. Researchers are gathering underground data from caves, tunnels, and mines from across the continent. The observing system spans Australia’s boundless plains. It measures how different places, each with different soil and rock types and weather patterns, affect... read more...
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