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  • Australian state blocks Glencore’s carbon storage project over groundwater risk

    Australia’s northeastern state of Queensland has blocked a carbon capture and storage project proposed by commodities giant Glencore as it could irreversibly harm groundwater used by farmers, the state government said. The pilot project aimed to pump 330,000 metric tons of liquified carbon dioxide into an aquifer 2.3 km (1.4 miles)... read more...

  • In Brazil’s Cerrado, aquifers are losing more water than they can replace

    In Brazil, 68% of municipalities collect freshwater for public supply from deep wells, with water levels seen to be receding. Current knowledge about Brazilian waters is based mainly on surface waters — rivers, flood plains, lakes and reservoirs. A new model developed by the Geological Survey of Brazil promises to... read more...

  • The hidden crisis in Europe’s groundwater

    Europe has long been proud of its clean water: accessible, abundant, and drinkable. Most of what we drink, irrigate our crops with, and use in our industries, comes from deep underground, from within vast labyrinths of aquifers. This precious groundwater sustains an entire continent and has helped turn Europe into... read more...

  • Warning on groundwater flooding risks in China’s karst regions

    Karst regions, which cover about 15% of the Earth’s land surface, provide freshwater for about a quarter of the world’s population. Despite their importance, these areas are prone to frequent and often unnoticed groundwater flooding. These hidden floods pose significant risks, yet they have historically been neglected by the public,... read more...

  • IAH Mentoring 2024

    IAH’s next round of mentoring is now open for applications! Whether or not you have participated in the scheme before, if you are a member of IAH you may apply by completing the forms below. Mentor (giver of advice) apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/IAHmentor2024 Mentee (receiver of advice) apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/IAHmentee2024 The... read more...

  • The Horn of Africa’s deep groundwater could be a game-changer

    Groundwater volumes across Africa are estimated to be equivalent to thousands of years of average total flow of the Nile River. For places like the Horn of Africa, which is blighted by recurrent drought, access to this water could be a game-changer for resilience and water access. Accessing these vast... read more...

  • Iran’s groundwater crisis and subsidence come to a head

    Large parts of Iran are affected by groundwater loss and land subsidence. Comparison of geological maps, information on groundwater reservoirs and data from the GRACE satellite mission reveals a concerning trend: numerous Iranian provinces face the growing risk of irreversible depletion and damages to their groundwater reservoirs, with some of... read more...

  • Study reveals that oases face serious threats of desertification

    A recent study highlights the perilous situation of oases around the world. Once seen as places of imagination, today they support important habitats and water sources for arid regions, which deserve sustainable development. Despite covering only a small fraction, about 1.5%, of our planet’s land area, oases play a disproportionately... read more...

  • Amid Water Crisis, Mexico City’s Metro System Is Sinking Unevenly

    Ever since the Spanish conquistadors drained Lake Texcoco to make way for more urbanization, the land has been gradually compacting under the weight. Mexico City is sinking up to 20 inches a year, unleashing havoc on its infrastructure. “When you’re here in the city, you get used to buildings being... read more...

  • Obituary – Ghislain de Marsily

    It is with sadness that we wish to inform our members of the passing of Professor Ghislain de Marsily. Since the 1960’s Ghislain was a prominent contributor to the field of hydrogeology, who was an IAH Presidents’ Award recipient, IAH Honorary Member and IAH President of the French chapter. Ghislain was a... read more...

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