Values of individuals and organizations involved in decision-making processes form the basis for prioritizing outcomes in water governance.The novelty of this study lies in applying values to a specific decision-makin...Values of individuals and organizations involved in decision-making processes form the basis for prioritizing outcomes in water governance.The novelty of this study lies in applying values to a specific decision-making context.It aims to assess the prioritized water governance outcomes and the underlying value systems shaping the actions of the primary water utility responsible for water governance in Delhi,the Delhi Jal Board(DJB).The paper will critically examine the policies and acts of the DJB that drive water governance in Delhi at present,utilizing a values-based framework in conjunction with secondary literature and expert interviews,to draw a picture of the values reflected.The study does not substantiate the notion of economic values dominating the water-related deci-sions;rather,recent policy guidelines indicate prioritization of equitable and fair distribution of water.Findings of this paper show that making the values explicit is largely disregarded in formulating water acts and policies,and values are never elucidated in the public domain,doing which can encourage water policies and practices that are socially,economically,and ecologically viable in the long run.It is expected that this paper will generate a discussion on water values being an integral part of water governance discourses.展开更多
The Southern Ocean is a critical component in the Earth system by dominating the global heat and anthropogenic carbon uptake and supplying heat to melt the largest ice sheet.Variability and changes in the water masses...The Southern Ocean is a critical component in the Earth system by dominating the global heat and anthropogenic carbon uptake and supplying heat to melt the largest ice sheet.Variability and changes in the water masses of the Southern Ocean are thus important to the global energy and water cycles,carbon cycling,and sea-level change.In this article,we review the recent progress on understanding the variability and changes in the four major water masses in the Southern Ocean,including Subantarctic Mode Water,Antarctic Intermediate Water,Circumpolar Deep Water and Antarctic Bottom Water.Subantarctic Mode Water and Antarctic Intermediate Water show statistically significant strong circumpolar shoaling,warming,and density reductions since 1970s,indicating that signals of global warming have entered the interior ocean.Meanwhile,strong regional variability of Subantarctic Mode Water and Antarctic Intermediate Water responding to surface buoyancy forcing and westerly winds is attracting more attention.Circumpolar Deep Water is an important modulator of heat content and nutrient concentrations on continental shelves around Antarctica and has made significant contributions to the basal melting of Antarctic ice shelves.Since the late 1950s,a long-term freshening trend in Antarctic Bottom Water in the Ross Sea and its downstream region has been observed and is mainly attributed to the accelerated basal melting of ice shelves in West Antarctica.The shrinking of Antarctic Bottom Water in the Weddell Sea during 1992–2020 has also been revealed and is attributed to reduced sea ice production over the southern Weddell continental shelf related to the Interdecadal Pacific Oscillation and the variability in the Amundsen Sea Low.Though significant advances have been achieved,there is an urgent need to enhance and improve both observations and model performances for better understandings and projections of the formation,transformation,and transport of the water masses in the Southern Ocean.展开更多
Water scarcity in Khuzestan Province,Iran,has attracted growing concerns despite the region's abundant water resources.The province predominantly relies on surface water,prompting an assessment of groundwater'...Water scarcity in Khuzestan Province,Iran,has attracted growing concerns despite the region's abundant water resources.The province predominantly relies on surface water,prompting an assessment of groundwater's potential to supplement water supplies during surface water shortages.This study assesses the province's groundwater availability and quality under increased exploitation conditions.Between 2008 and 2018,data on groundwater quantity and quality were collected from 204 exploration wells and 70 piezometric wells across 19 aquifers.The analysis revealed that 53%of aquifers in the eastern and northeastern regions experienced declining groundwater levels.Hydrochemical assessments indicated low concentrations of major ions in the northeastern,while high levels were observed from the central region towards the southeast.These variations were attributed to agricultural and industrial activities,seawater intrusion,and the influences of evaporation and geological factors.The dominant hydrochemical facies identified were of the Ca-Cl type.Water quality classification showed that 48%of groundwater samples fell within the C4S4-C4S1 category,primarily in the western,central,and southern regions,while 27%were classified as C3S2,C3S1,and 25%as C2S1,mainly in the northern and eastern regions.The Irrigation WWater Quality(IWQ)index indicated that many samples were suitable for irrigation.Additionally,the analysis potable groundwater was primarily found in the northern,northeastern,and eastern aquifers,with quality declining toward the south.The study highlights that certain aquifers in the northern and eastern regions offer greater potential for sustainable groundwater exploitation during water shortages.These findings provide valuable insights for on how to implement effective land and water management strategies to mitigate future water crises.展开更多
Clarifying the mechanisms through which coal mining affects groundwater storage(GWS)variations is crucial for water resource conservation and sustainable development.The Ordos Mining Region in China,a key energy base ...Clarifying the mechanisms through which coal mining affects groundwater storage(GWS)variations is crucial for water resource conservation and sustainable development.The Ordos Mining Region in China,a key energy base in China with significant strategic importance,has undergone intensive coal mining activities that have substantially disrupted regional groundwater circulation.This study integrated data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Satellite(GRACE)and Famine Early Warning Systems Network(FEWS NET)Land Data Assimilation System(FLDAS)models,combined with weighted downscaling methodology and water balance principles,to reconstruct high-resolution(0.01°)terrestrial water storage(TWS)and GWS changes in the Ordos Mining Region,China from April 2002 to December 2021.The accuracy of GWS variations were validated through pumping test measurements.Subsequently,Geodetector analysis was implemented to quantify the contributions of natural and anthropogenic factors to groundwater storage dynamics.Key findings include:1)TWS in the study area showed a fluctuating but overall decreasing trend,with a total reduction of 8901.11 mm during study period.The most significant annual decrease occurred in 2021,reaching 1696.77 mm.2)GWS exhibited an accelerated decline,with an average annual change rate of 44.35 mm/yr,totaling a decrease of 887.05 mm.The lowest annual groundwater storage level was recorded in 2020,reaching 185.69 mm.3)Precipitation(PRE)contributed the most to GWS variation(q=0.52),followed by coal mining water consumption(MWS)(q=0.41).The interaction between PRE and MWS exhibited a nonlinear enhancement effect on GWS changes(0.54).The synergistic effect of natural hydrological factors has a great influence on the change of GWS,but coal mining water consumption will continue to reduce GWS.These findings provide critical references for the management and regulation of groundwater resource in mining regions.展开更多
Groundwater,surface water and tap water contamination by PTEs(Potentially Toxic Elements)was assessed in Kipushi town and Lupoto locality of Kipushi administrative territory in the Upper-Katanga province,Democratic Re...Groundwater,surface water and tap water contamination by PTEs(Potentially Toxic Elements)was assessed in Kipushi town and Lupoto locality of Kipushi administrative territory in the Upper-Katanga province,Democratic Republic of Congo.A total of fifty four water samples including thirty two samples from drilled water wells,ten samples from spade-sunk water wells,six samples from supplied tap water,four samples from a mine effluent and two samples from a river were collected from both localities in November and December 2017 and in January,February and March 2018.Then the samples were analyzed for their PTE contents by ICP-SF-MS(Inductively Coupled Plasma-Sector Field Mass Spectrometry).Twenty PTEs including aluminum,arsenic,barium,bismuth,cadmium,cesium,chromium,cobalt,copper,iron,lead,manganese,molybdenum,nickel,strontium,thallium,tungsten,uranium,vanadium and zinc were detected at various concentrations in each one of the samples.Many samples had concentrations and mean concentrations of PTE,such as arsenic,aluminum,cadmium,iron,lead,manganese and zinc,higher than the respective acceptable limits set for drinking water by the EU(European Union),the USEPA(United States Environmental Protection Agency),and the WHO(World Health Organization)standards.Most PTEs being deleterious to human health even at very low concentrations,people who use the groundwater,surface water and tap water to meet their water needs in both localities are at risk.展开更多
Water scarcity poses a significant challenge globally,with South Africa exemplifying the severe socio-economic and environmental impacts of limited water access.Despite advances in modern water management systems,the ...Water scarcity poses a significant challenge globally,with South Africa exemplifying the severe socio-economic and environmental impacts of limited water access.Despite advances in modern water management systems,the integration of indigenous knowledge(IK)into formal frameworks remains underutilized.This study systematically reviews the role of indigenous water conservation practices in South Africa,analyzing over 50 high-quality sources using the PRISMA methodology.The findings highlight the effectiveness of IK in addressing water scarcity through techniques such as rainwater harvesting,terracing,and wetland management,which are low-cost,environmentally sustainable,and deeply rooted in cultural practices.Indigenous methods also enhance climate resilience by enabling communities to adapt to droughts and floods through practices such as weather prediction and adaptive farming techniques.Furthermore,these practices foster social inclusivity and community empowerment,ensuring equitable water access and intergenerational knowledge transfer.The study underscores the potential of integrating IK with modern water technologies to create holistic solutions that are scalable,sustainable,and aligned with South Africa’s goal of achieving water security by 2030.Policy recommendations emphasize the need for institutional support,data collection,and financial incentives to sustain and mainstream indigenous approaches.By bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary systems,this research provides a roadmap for leveraging diverse knowledge systems to address water scarcity and build resilient communities.展开更多
Water inflow into mountain tunnels exhibits high variability and nonlinear seepage behavior,leading to significant prediction inaccuracies and poor pattern recognition when conventional analytical methods are applied....Water inflow into mountain tunnels exhibits high variability and nonlinear seepage behavior,leading to significant prediction inaccuracies and poor pattern recognition when conventional analytical methods are applied.This study proposes a dynamic water inflow prediction method specifically designed for mountain tunnels.The method is based on groundwater dynamics theory,employing nonDarcian law as the governing equation and deriving analytical solutions applicable to both confined and phreatic aquifer conditions.The method incorporates spatiotemporal variations along the tunnel alignment,enabling both short-term and long-term dynamic predictions of water inflow.The study examines the nonlinear characteristics of the seepage field during tunnel water inrush.The research findings indicate that the predictive results are consistent with the hypothesized two-stage water inflow pattern,with relative errors for key parameters,such as maximum water inflow,normal water inflow,and duration of water inflow,remaining within 10%.The magnitude of water inflow is positively correlated with the permeability coefficient,head height;it is negatively correlated with the axial distance to the tunnel face and the non-Darcian influence coefficient.Both water inflow and water pressure are subject to non-Darcian effects within a defined influence zone extending approximately 1.3 times the tunnel diameter.Comparisons with established predictive methods,numerical simulations,and data from existing tunnel projects confirm the effectiveness of the proposed method.Moreover,the method was successfully applied to a mountain tunnel in the Tibet Plateau region in southwestern China,where it achieved prediction errors within 3%to 8%,demonstrating high reliability.展开更多
In recent years, the rational utilization of saline water resources for agricultural irrigation has emerged as an effective strategy to alleviate water scarcity. To safely and efficiently exploit saline water resource...In recent years, the rational utilization of saline water resources for agricultural irrigation has emerged as an effective strategy to alleviate water scarcity. To safely and efficiently exploit saline water resources over the long term, it is crucial to understand the effects of salinity on crops and develop optimal water-salinity irrigation strategies for processing tomatoes. A two-year field experiment was conducted in 2018 and 2019 to explore the impact of water salinity levels(S1: 1 g L^(–1), S2: 3 g L^(–1), and S3: 5 g L^(–1)) and irrigation amounts(W1: 305 mm, W2: 485 mm, and W3: 611 mm) on the soil volumetric water content and soil salinity, as well as processing tomato growth, yield, and water use efficiency. The results showed that irrigation with low to moderately saline water(<3 g L^(–1)) enhanced plant wateruptake and utilization capacity, with the soil water content(SWC) reduced by 6.5–7.62% and 10.52–13.23% for the S1 and S2 levels, respectively, compared to the S3 level in 2018. Under S1 condition, the soil salt content(SSC) accumulation rate gradually declined with an increase in the irrigation amount. For example, W3 decreased by 85.00 and 77.94% compared with W1 and W2 in 2018, and by 82.60 and 73.68% in 2019, respectively. Leaching effects were observed at the W3 level under S1, which gradually diminished with increasing water salinity and duration. In 2019, the salt contents of soil under each of the treatments increased by 10.81–89.72% compared with the contents in 2018. The yield of processing tomatoes increased with an increasing irrigation amount and peaked in the S1W3 treatment for the two years, reaching 125,304.85 kg ha^(–1)in 2018 and 128,329.71 kg ha^(–1)in 2019. Notably, in the first year, the S2W3 treatment achieved relatively high yields, exhibiting only a 2.85% reduction compared to the S1W3 treatment. However, the yield of the S2W3 treatment declined significantly in two years, and it was 15.88% less than that of the S1W3 treatment. Structural equation modeling(SEM) revealed that soil environmental factors(SWC and SSC) directly influence yield while also exerting indirect impacts on the growth indicators of processing tomatoes(plant height, stem diameter, and leaf area index). The TOPSIS method identified S1W3, S1W2, and S2W2 as the top three treatments. The single-factor marginal effect function also revealed that irrigation water salinity contributed to the composite evaluation scores(CES) when it was below 0.96 g L^(–1). Using brackish water with a salinity of 3 g L^(–1)at an irrigation amount of 485 mm over one year ensured that processing tomatoes maintained high yields with a relatively high CES(0.709). However, using brackish water for more than one year proved unfeasible.展开更多
Agricultural trade promotes the transfer of water resources,which has an impact on regional water scarcity,particularly in arid regions.Nevertheless,the understanding of how agricultural trade influences water scarcit...Agricultural trade promotes the transfer of water resources,which has an impact on regional water scarcity,particularly in arid regions.Nevertheless,the understanding of how agricultural trade influences water scarcity and the populations under different water scarcity levels is still insufficient.This study examines the impact of domestic agricultural(food crop)trade on water scarcity in Northwest China by integrating a grid-based dynamic water balance model with a linear programming model.The results indicate that the agricultural blue water(surface and groundwater)footprint and green water(soil water)footprint in the Northwest region peaked in 2014,with the green water footprint being 17%higher than the blue water footprint.The increase in trade volume has effectively alleviated water scarcity in Northwest China,with green water playing a greater role than blue water,especially in Shaanxi and Ningxia.As trade volumes rise,the population facing mild water scarcity continues to grow after trade,with increases of 4.56%,6.70%,and 5.36%in 2000,2010 and 2014.Agricultural trade significantly alleviates the pressure of severe water scarcity and boosts the region's population carrying capacity.This study provides scientific evidence to support stronger coordination of water resources between regions,especially agricultural water trade between water-rich and water-scarce areas,and to inform the formulation of rational allocation policies for balancing regional water resource distribution and benefits.展开更多
The water curtain spray system of the ship helps reduce surface thermal load and lowers thermal infrared radiation, notably enhancing the stealth and survivability of naval ships. The performance of the water curtain ...The water curtain spray system of the ship helps reduce surface thermal load and lowers thermal infrared radiation, notably enhancing the stealth and survivability of naval ships. The performance of the water curtain spray system is largely influenced by the density of the nozzles and their installation height. Therefore, a test platform was established to investigate these critical influencing factors, employing an orthogonal design methodology for the experimental study. Specifically, the study evaluated the effects of varying distances to the steel plate target and different injection heights on the cooling performance of the system. Results demonstrate that using one nozzle per 4 square meters of the ship's surface area effectively lowers the surface temperature, bringing it closer to the ambient background temperature. This nozzle configuration creates irregular infrared heat patterns, which complicate the task for infrared detectors to discern the ship's outline, thus enhancing its infrared stealth. Additionally, maintaining the nozzle installation height within 0.6 m to prevent the temperature difference between the steel plate and the background temperature from exceeding 4 K. Moreover, as the infrared imaging distance increases from 3 to 9 m, the temperature difference measured by the thermocouple and the infrared imager increases by 141.27%. Furthermore, with the increase in infrared imaging distance, the infrared temperature of the target steel plate approaches the background temperature, indicating improved detectability. These findings have significantly enhanced the stealth capabilities of naval ships, maximizing their immunity to infrared-guided weapon attacks. Moreover, their importance in improving the survivability of ships on the water surface cannot be underestimated.展开更多
Soft rock is one of the common geological conditions in coal mine underground water reservoir engineering.The cross-scale correlation analysis of water erosion soft lithology deterioration is very important for the sa...Soft rock is one of the common geological conditions in coal mine underground water reservoir engineering.The cross-scale correlation analysis of water erosion soft lithology deterioration is very important for the safety and stability of coal mine underground reservoir(CMUR)engineering.To address the issues of grain crowding and segmentation difficulties in cross-scale corelation analysis,as well as the limitations of traditional etching methods,this study proposes an image grain segmentation method based on deep learning algorithms,utilizing scanning electron microscopy and image process-ing techniques.The method successfully segments crowded grains and eliminates the interference from misplaced particles.In addition,indoor uniaxial compression tests were conducted to obtain the mechanical properties of sandstone samples with different water content.By quantitatively characterizing the macroscopic and microscopic deterioration degree of red sandstone samples with different water contents,the relationship between the strength changes of rock samples and the pet-rographic parameters such as grain size and grain shape is analyzed,and the influence law of soft lithology deterioration in CMUR engineering is revealed.The results indicate:(1)Water significantly weakens the mechanical properties and stability of soft rock.With increasing water content,the strength of sandstone samples continuously decreases,and the failure mode transitions from brittle to ductile failure.(2)The deterioration of micro-micro structures is the main cause of the decrease in mechanical properties of water-eroded soft rock.Grain size,grain area,and aspect ratio are negatively correlated with water content,indicating that hydrophilic minerals in soft rock dissolve under the action of water,leading to rock damage.(3)Grain size,area,and aspect ratio can serve as significant indicators for quantifying the strength changes of water-eroded soft rock.The research findings can be applied to stability assessment and disaster prevention in CMUR engineering.展开更多
The wettability of coarse-grained soils has been studied previously.However,soil drying in arid regions due to limited precipitation or irrigation has resulted in soil water repellency to some extent in fine-grained s...The wettability of coarse-grained soils has been studied previously.However,soil drying in arid regions due to limited precipitation or irrigation has resulted in soil water repellency to some extent in fine-grained soils.In this study,laboratory experiments were conducted to investigate the effects of plane(Platanus orientalis L.)leaf biochar with fine(<0.1 mm)and coarse grains(0.1-0.5 mm)on the wettability of a silty clay soil irrigated with saline and non-saline water.Eleven rates of each biochar,ranging from 0 to 10%with 1%intervals,were investigated along with five ionic strengths of water,including 0,0.2,0.4,0.6,and 0.8 mol L^(-1),prepared using sodium and calcium chloride,which are two dominant salts in arid regions.The results showed that application of 5%-10%fine-grained biochar changed the soil hydrophobicity class from strongly to slightly water-repellent,while only 4%coarse-grained biochar was sufficient for the same change in soil wettability.Furthermore,the use of 10%coarse-grained biochar made the soil hydrophilic.The positive effect of plane leaf biochar on soil water repellency reduction was limited by water salinity.The sodium chloride solution was more effective in decreasing the soil wettability than calcium chloride solution and increased the demand for biochar for soil water repellency reduction.In conclusion,plane leaf biochar could be beneficial in managing the hydrophobicity of fine-grained soils.However,water quality as well as biochar particle size determined the quantity of biochar required for improving soil wettability.展开更多
This review critically examines strategies for sustainable groundwater and surface water management,emphasizing their integration to achieve environmental sustainability.The study synthesizes findings from a wide rang...This review critically examines strategies for sustainable groundwater and surface water management,emphasizing their integration to achieve environmental sustainability.The study synthesizes findings from a wide range of research articles,identifying key trends,gaps,and controversies within the field.It highlights the importance of cohesive management approaches that take into account climate change,policy impacts,and methodological advancements.The review aims to provide a structured,analytical discussion that aligns with the thematic focus of integrated water management.By offering original insights and practical recommendations,this review seeks to contribute to the development of more effective and sustainable water management practices.The analysis underscores the necessity of interdisciplinary approaches that integrate hydrological,ecological,and socio-economic factors.Furthermore,the review discusses the role of adaptive management and technological innovations in enhancing the resilience and efficiency of water management systems.The findings suggest that a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between groundwater and surface water is crucial for developing strategies that ensure long-term environmental sustainability.This review concludes with recommendations for future research and policy development,emphasizing the need for adaptive,resilient,and integrated water management strategies that can address the challenges posed by climate change and other environmental pressures.展开更多
reshwater essential for civilization faces risk from untreated effluents discharged by industries,agriculture,urban areas,and other sources.Increasing demand and abstraction of freshwater deteriorate the pollution sce...reshwater essential for civilization faces risk from untreated effluents discharged by industries,agriculture,urban areas,and other sources.Increasing demand and abstraction of freshwater deteriorate the pollution scenario more.Hence,water quality analysis(WQA)is an important task for researchers and policymakers to maintain sustainability and public health.This study aims to gather and discuss the methods used for WQA by the researchers,focusing on their advantages and limitations.Simultaneously,this study compares different WQA methods,discussing their trends and future directions.Publications from the past decade on WQA are reviewed,and insights are explored to aggregate them in particular categories.Three major approaches,namely—water quality indexing,water quality modeling(WQM)and artificial intelligence-based WQM,are recognized.Different methodologies adopted to execute these three approaches are presented in this study,which leads to formulate a comparative discussion.Using statistical operations and soft computing techniques have been done by researchers to combat the subjectivity error in indexing.To achieve better results,WQMs are being modified to incorporate the physical processes influencing water quality more robustly.The utilization of artificial intelligence was primarily restricted to conventional networks,but in the last 5 years,implications of deep learning have increased rapidly and exhibited good results with the hybridization of feature extracting and time series modeling.Overall,this study is a valuable resource for researchers dedicated to WQA.展开更多
The article presents the results of in-kind measurements and numerical modeling of the formation of water characteristics in the Kama River,which is used for technical water supply in the production of potash fertiliz...The article presents the results of in-kind measurements and numerical modeling of the formation of water characteristics in the Kama River,which is used for technical water supply in the production of potash fertilizers.In the warm season,risks arise that threaten the sustainability of the water supply.It was found that in the summer,when the studied section of the Kama River is backed up by the KamaHydroelectric Power Station,there is a significant decrease in flow rates,which leads to vertical stratification of water properties.This,in turn,significantly limits the possibilities of using water fromthe bottom zone.Under conditions of significant water discharge from the reservoir,this section has river conditions with significantly higher flow rates.Under such conditions,intense vertical mixing of water masses occurs,which improves the consumer properties of water necessary for sustainable water supply.The results of numerical modeling carried out within the framework of the three-dimensional approach confirmed this conclusion.It is shown that with an increase in the flow rate in the channel near thewater intake,the concentration of salts decreases,which is an important factor in ensuring high-quality water supply.展开更多
The majority of water utilities,particularly public service providers such as Gidole town,are struggling to deliver a sufficient and consistent supply of water in Ethiopia's developing towns.The primary objective ...The majority of water utilities,particularly public service providers such as Gidole town,are struggling to deliver a sufficient and consistent supply of water in Ethiopia's developing towns.The primary objective of this study was to assess the hydraulic performance of water supply distribution system in Gidole Town,Ethiopia,a representative case of the challenges facing public water utilities in developing towns.The WaterGEMS v8i hydraulic model was utilized to simulate and evaluate the distribution network's performance.The system was configured as a looped network and analyzed against standard permitted pressure and velocity values in the distribution system.The model was effectively calibrated(coefficient of determination(R^(2))=0.969)using measured and observed pressure data.The model simulation run was conducted at peak and low hourly demand with 1.9 and 0.25 hourly factors,respectively.The estimated water demand of the town is 1284.3m^(3)/day(48.4 liters per capita per day),and it would be increased to 3099.77m^(3)/day(66.03 l/c/d)by the 2037 design period.The system experiences significant non-revenue water losses(75,434.11m^(3)/year),accounting for 29.9%of total water production;as a result,the present water supply coverage of the town is only 33.6%.Hydraulic simulations under peak and low demand scenarios revealed nodes with pressures outside the normal range,indicating system-wide inefficiencies.These findings highlight a combined issue of large physical losses and insufficient capacity of the water supply in the town,which is typical of many municipal systems in developing regions.The study concludes that strategic infrastructure rehabilitation,with an emphasis on pressure management and leak reduction,is not only a town necessity but a fundamental requirement for improving water security and financial sustainability for utilities in Ethiopia and similar contexts.The findings and methodology have been forwarded to town's water supply project and institutional development departments for immediate future implementation and provide a replicable framework for evidence-based investment and planning in other struggling municipalities in similar situations.展开更多
Small-scale farmland water conservancy projects are crucial infrastructure for ensuring agricultural production and enhancing water resource utilization efficiency,with their water-saving benefits directly linked to n...Small-scale farmland water conservancy projects are crucial infrastructure for ensuring agricultural production and enhancing water resource utilization efficiency,with their water-saving benefits directly linked to national food security and sustainable agricultural development.This study focuses on small-scale farmland water conservancy projects in China,identifying issues such as aging facilities,outdated technology,and management deficiencies through field research and data analysis.Targeted pathways for enhancing water-saving efficiency are proposed from three dimensions:engineering technology optimization,management mechanism innovation,and policy support.Research indicates that by promoting efficient water-saving technologies,establishing a diversified management model,and improving policy incentive mechanisms,the irrigation water utilization coefficient of small-scale farmland water conservancy projects can be increased by 0.1-0.15,and water consumption per unit area of farmland can be reduced by 15-20%.The findings provide theoretical references and practical guidance for the quality improvement and water-saving enhancement of small-scale farmland water conservancy projects in China.展开更多
Water scarcity and environment deterioration have become main constraints to sustainable economic and social development.Scientifically assessing Water Resources Carrying Capacity(WRCC)is essential for the optimal all...Water scarcity and environment deterioration have become main constraints to sustainable economic and social development.Scientifically assessing Water Resources Carrying Capacity(WRCC)is essential for the optimal allocation of regional water resources.The hilly area at the northern foot of Yanshan Mountains is a key water conservation zone and an important water source for Beijing,Tianjin and Hebei.Grasping the current status and temporal trends of water quality and WRCC in representative small watersheds within this region is crucial for supporting rational water resources allocation and environment protection efforts.This study focuses on Pingquan City,a typical watershed in northern Hebei Province.Firstly,evaluation index systems for surface water quality,groundwater quality and WRCC were estab-lished based on the Pressure-State-Response(PSR)framework.Then,comprehensive evaluations of water quality and WRCC at the sub-watershed scale were conducted using the Varying Fuzzy Pattern Recogni-tion(VFPR)model.Finally,the rationality of the evaluation results was verified,and future scenarios were projected.Results showed that:(1)The average comprehensive evaluation scores for surface water and groundwater quality in the sub-watersheds were 1.44 and 1.46,respectively,indicating that both met the national Class II water quality standard and reflected a high-quality water environment.(2)From 2010 to 2020,the region's WRCC steadily improved,with scores rising from 2.99 to 2.83 and an average of 2.90,suggesting effective water resources management in Pingquan City.(3)According to scenario-based predic-tion,WRCC may slightly decline between 2025 and 2030,reaching 2.92 and 2.94,respectively,relative to 2020 levels.Therefore,future efforts should focus on strengthening scientific management and promoting the efficient use of water resources.Proactive measures are necessary to mitigate emerging contradiction and ensure the long-term stability and sustainability of the water resources system in the region.The evalua-tion system and spatiotemporal evolution patterns proposed in this study can provide a scientific basis for refined water resource management and ecological conservation in similar hilly areas.展开更多
Seawater electrolysis for hydrogen production faces inherent challenges, including side reactions, corrosion, and scaling, stemming from the intricate composition of seawater. In response, researchers have turned to c...Seawater electrolysis for hydrogen production faces inherent challenges, including side reactions, corrosion, and scaling, stemming from the intricate composition of seawater. In response, researchers have turned to continuous water splitting using forward osmosis(FO)-driven seawater desalination. However, the necessity of a neutral electrolyte hampers this strategy due to the limited current density and scarcity of precious metals. Herein, this study applies alkali-durable FO membranes to enable self-sustaining seawater splitting, which can selectively withdraw water molecules, from seawater, via concentration gradient. The membranes demonstrates outstanding perm-selectivity of water/ions(~5830 mol mol^(-1)) during month-long alkaline resistance tests, preventing electrolyte leaching(>97% OHàretention) while maintaining ~95%water balance(V_(FO)= V_(electrolysis)) via preserved concentration gradient for consistent forward-osmosis influx of water molecules. With the consistent electrolyte environment protected by the polyamide FO membranes, the Ni Fe-Ar-P catalyst exhibits promising performance: a sustain current density of 360 m A cmà2maintained at the cell voltage of 2.10 V and 2.15 V for 360 h in the offshore seawater, preventing Cl/Br corrosion(98% rejection) and Mg/Ca passivation(99.6% rejection). This research marks a significant advancement towards efficient and durable seawater-based hydrogen production.展开更多
Groundwater sources supply fresh drinking water to almost half of the World’s population and are a main source of water for irrigation across world.Characterization of groundwater resources,surfacegroundwater interac...Groundwater sources supply fresh drinking water to almost half of the World’s population and are a main source of water for irrigation across world.Characterization of groundwater resources,surfacegroundwater interactions and their link to the global water cycle and modern global change are important themes in hydrogeological research,whereas little attention has been given to the relation between groundwater and past climate variations.A groundwater system’s history is vital to assess its vulnerability under future and potentially adverse climatic changes.展开更多
基金Water Security and Sustainable Development Hub funded by the UK Research and Innovation's Global Challenges Research Fund(GCRF),Grant/Award Number:ES/S008179/1。
文摘Values of individuals and organizations involved in decision-making processes form the basis for prioritizing outcomes in water governance.The novelty of this study lies in applying values to a specific decision-making context.It aims to assess the prioritized water governance outcomes and the underlying value systems shaping the actions of the primary water utility responsible for water governance in Delhi,the Delhi Jal Board(DJB).The paper will critically examine the policies and acts of the DJB that drive water governance in Delhi at present,utilizing a values-based framework in conjunction with secondary literature and expert interviews,to draw a picture of the values reflected.The study does not substantiate the notion of economic values dominating the water-related deci-sions;rather,recent policy guidelines indicate prioritization of equitable and fair distribution of water.Findings of this paper show that making the values explicit is largely disregarded in formulating water acts and policies,and values are never elucidated in the public domain,doing which can encourage water policies and practices that are socially,economically,and ecologically viable in the long run.It is expected that this paper will generate a discussion on water values being an integral part of water governance discourses.
基金The Independent Research Foundation of Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory(Zhuhai)under contract Nos SML2023SP201 and SML2021SP306the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province of China under contract No.2024A1515012717+5 种基金the Initial Research Foundation of Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory(Zhuhai)under contract Nos 313021004,313022009,and 313022001the National Natural Science Foundation of China under contract No.41706225the National Key R&D Program of China under contract No.2018YFA0605701the Impact and Response of Antarctic Seas to Climate Change under contract No.IRASCC 1-02-01Bthe Shenlan Program funded by Shanghai Jiao Tong University under contract No.SL2020MS021the fund from Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Polar Research.
文摘The Southern Ocean is a critical component in the Earth system by dominating the global heat and anthropogenic carbon uptake and supplying heat to melt the largest ice sheet.Variability and changes in the water masses of the Southern Ocean are thus important to the global energy and water cycles,carbon cycling,and sea-level change.In this article,we review the recent progress on understanding the variability and changes in the four major water masses in the Southern Ocean,including Subantarctic Mode Water,Antarctic Intermediate Water,Circumpolar Deep Water and Antarctic Bottom Water.Subantarctic Mode Water and Antarctic Intermediate Water show statistically significant strong circumpolar shoaling,warming,and density reductions since 1970s,indicating that signals of global warming have entered the interior ocean.Meanwhile,strong regional variability of Subantarctic Mode Water and Antarctic Intermediate Water responding to surface buoyancy forcing and westerly winds is attracting more attention.Circumpolar Deep Water is an important modulator of heat content and nutrient concentrations on continental shelves around Antarctica and has made significant contributions to the basal melting of Antarctic ice shelves.Since the late 1950s,a long-term freshening trend in Antarctic Bottom Water in the Ross Sea and its downstream region has been observed and is mainly attributed to the accelerated basal melting of ice shelves in West Antarctica.The shrinking of Antarctic Bottom Water in the Weddell Sea during 1992–2020 has also been revealed and is attributed to reduced sea ice production over the southern Weddell continental shelf related to the Interdecadal Pacific Oscillation and the variability in the Amundsen Sea Low.Though significant advances have been achieved,there is an urgent need to enhance and improve both observations and model performances for better understandings and projections of the formation,transformation,and transport of the water masses in the Southern Ocean.
文摘Water scarcity in Khuzestan Province,Iran,has attracted growing concerns despite the region's abundant water resources.The province predominantly relies on surface water,prompting an assessment of groundwater's potential to supplement water supplies during surface water shortages.This study assesses the province's groundwater availability and quality under increased exploitation conditions.Between 2008 and 2018,data on groundwater quantity and quality were collected from 204 exploration wells and 70 piezometric wells across 19 aquifers.The analysis revealed that 53%of aquifers in the eastern and northeastern regions experienced declining groundwater levels.Hydrochemical assessments indicated low concentrations of major ions in the northeastern,while high levels were observed from the central region towards the southeast.These variations were attributed to agricultural and industrial activities,seawater intrusion,and the influences of evaporation and geological factors.The dominant hydrochemical facies identified were of the Ca-Cl type.Water quality classification showed that 48%of groundwater samples fell within the C4S4-C4S1 category,primarily in the western,central,and southern regions,while 27%were classified as C3S2,C3S1,and 25%as C2S1,mainly in the northern and eastern regions.The Irrigation WWater Quality(IWQ)index indicated that many samples were suitable for irrigation.Additionally,the analysis potable groundwater was primarily found in the northern,northeastern,and eastern aquifers,with quality declining toward the south.The study highlights that certain aquifers in the northern and eastern regions offer greater potential for sustainable groundwater exploitation during water shortages.These findings provide valuable insights for on how to implement effective land and water management strategies to mitigate future water crises.
基金Under the National Key R&D Program Key Project(No.2021YFC3201201)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52360032)+2 种基金Basic Scientific Research Business Fee Project of Colleges And Universities Directly Under the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.JBYYWF2022001)Development Plan of Innovation Team of Colleges And Universities in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.NMGIRT2313)the Innovation Team of‘Grassland Talents’。
文摘Clarifying the mechanisms through which coal mining affects groundwater storage(GWS)variations is crucial for water resource conservation and sustainable development.The Ordos Mining Region in China,a key energy base in China with significant strategic importance,has undergone intensive coal mining activities that have substantially disrupted regional groundwater circulation.This study integrated data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Satellite(GRACE)and Famine Early Warning Systems Network(FEWS NET)Land Data Assimilation System(FLDAS)models,combined with weighted downscaling methodology and water balance principles,to reconstruct high-resolution(0.01°)terrestrial water storage(TWS)and GWS changes in the Ordos Mining Region,China from April 2002 to December 2021.The accuracy of GWS variations were validated through pumping test measurements.Subsequently,Geodetector analysis was implemented to quantify the contributions of natural and anthropogenic factors to groundwater storage dynamics.Key findings include:1)TWS in the study area showed a fluctuating but overall decreasing trend,with a total reduction of 8901.11 mm during study period.The most significant annual decrease occurred in 2021,reaching 1696.77 mm.2)GWS exhibited an accelerated decline,with an average annual change rate of 44.35 mm/yr,totaling a decrease of 887.05 mm.The lowest annual groundwater storage level was recorded in 2020,reaching 185.69 mm.3)Precipitation(PRE)contributed the most to GWS variation(q=0.52),followed by coal mining water consumption(MWS)(q=0.41).The interaction between PRE and MWS exhibited a nonlinear enhancement effect on GWS changes(0.54).The synergistic effect of natural hydrological factors has a great influence on the change of GWS,but coal mining water consumption will continue to reduce GWS.These findings provide critical references for the management and regulation of groundwater resource in mining regions.
文摘Groundwater,surface water and tap water contamination by PTEs(Potentially Toxic Elements)was assessed in Kipushi town and Lupoto locality of Kipushi administrative territory in the Upper-Katanga province,Democratic Republic of Congo.A total of fifty four water samples including thirty two samples from drilled water wells,ten samples from spade-sunk water wells,six samples from supplied tap water,four samples from a mine effluent and two samples from a river were collected from both localities in November and December 2017 and in January,February and March 2018.Then the samples were analyzed for their PTE contents by ICP-SF-MS(Inductively Coupled Plasma-Sector Field Mass Spectrometry).Twenty PTEs including aluminum,arsenic,barium,bismuth,cadmium,cesium,chromium,cobalt,copper,iron,lead,manganese,molybdenum,nickel,strontium,thallium,tungsten,uranium,vanadium and zinc were detected at various concentrations in each one of the samples.Many samples had concentrations and mean concentrations of PTE,such as arsenic,aluminum,cadmium,iron,lead,manganese and zinc,higher than the respective acceptable limits set for drinking water by the EU(European Union),the USEPA(United States Environmental Protection Agency),and the WHO(World Health Organization)standards.Most PTEs being deleterious to human health even at very low concentrations,people who use the groundwater,surface water and tap water to meet their water needs in both localities are at risk.
文摘Water scarcity poses a significant challenge globally,with South Africa exemplifying the severe socio-economic and environmental impacts of limited water access.Despite advances in modern water management systems,the integration of indigenous knowledge(IK)into formal frameworks remains underutilized.This study systematically reviews the role of indigenous water conservation practices in South Africa,analyzing over 50 high-quality sources using the PRISMA methodology.The findings highlight the effectiveness of IK in addressing water scarcity through techniques such as rainwater harvesting,terracing,and wetland management,which are low-cost,environmentally sustainable,and deeply rooted in cultural practices.Indigenous methods also enhance climate resilience by enabling communities to adapt to droughts and floods through practices such as weather prediction and adaptive farming techniques.Furthermore,these practices foster social inclusivity and community empowerment,ensuring equitable water access and intergenerational knowledge transfer.The study underscores the potential of integrating IK with modern water technologies to create holistic solutions that are scalable,sustainable,and aligned with South Africa’s goal of achieving water security by 2030.Policy recommendations emphasize the need for institutional support,data collection,and financial incentives to sustain and mainstream indigenous approaches.By bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary systems,this research provides a roadmap for leveraging diverse knowledge systems to address water scarcity and build resilient communities.
基金the financial support provided by the Key Laboratory of Urban Underground Engineering of Ministry of Education,Beijing Jiaotong University(Grant Nos.TUL2024-05)。
文摘Water inflow into mountain tunnels exhibits high variability and nonlinear seepage behavior,leading to significant prediction inaccuracies and poor pattern recognition when conventional analytical methods are applied.This study proposes a dynamic water inflow prediction method specifically designed for mountain tunnels.The method is based on groundwater dynamics theory,employing nonDarcian law as the governing equation and deriving analytical solutions applicable to both confined and phreatic aquifer conditions.The method incorporates spatiotemporal variations along the tunnel alignment,enabling both short-term and long-term dynamic predictions of water inflow.The study examines the nonlinear characteristics of the seepage field during tunnel water inrush.The research findings indicate that the predictive results are consistent with the hypothesized two-stage water inflow pattern,with relative errors for key parameters,such as maximum water inflow,normal water inflow,and duration of water inflow,remaining within 10%.The magnitude of water inflow is positively correlated with the permeability coefficient,head height;it is negatively correlated with the axial distance to the tunnel face and the non-Darcian influence coefficient.Both water inflow and water pressure are subject to non-Darcian effects within a defined influence zone extending approximately 1.3 times the tunnel diameter.Comparisons with established predictive methods,numerical simulations,and data from existing tunnel projects confirm the effectiveness of the proposed method.Moreover,the method was successfully applied to a mountain tunnel in the Tibet Plateau region in southwestern China,where it achieved prediction errors within 3%to 8%,demonstrating high reliability.
基金funded by the National Key R&D Program of China (2022YFD1900405)。
文摘In recent years, the rational utilization of saline water resources for agricultural irrigation has emerged as an effective strategy to alleviate water scarcity. To safely and efficiently exploit saline water resources over the long term, it is crucial to understand the effects of salinity on crops and develop optimal water-salinity irrigation strategies for processing tomatoes. A two-year field experiment was conducted in 2018 and 2019 to explore the impact of water salinity levels(S1: 1 g L^(–1), S2: 3 g L^(–1), and S3: 5 g L^(–1)) and irrigation amounts(W1: 305 mm, W2: 485 mm, and W3: 611 mm) on the soil volumetric water content and soil salinity, as well as processing tomato growth, yield, and water use efficiency. The results showed that irrigation with low to moderately saline water(<3 g L^(–1)) enhanced plant wateruptake and utilization capacity, with the soil water content(SWC) reduced by 6.5–7.62% and 10.52–13.23% for the S1 and S2 levels, respectively, compared to the S3 level in 2018. Under S1 condition, the soil salt content(SSC) accumulation rate gradually declined with an increase in the irrigation amount. For example, W3 decreased by 85.00 and 77.94% compared with W1 and W2 in 2018, and by 82.60 and 73.68% in 2019, respectively. Leaching effects were observed at the W3 level under S1, which gradually diminished with increasing water salinity and duration. In 2019, the salt contents of soil under each of the treatments increased by 10.81–89.72% compared with the contents in 2018. The yield of processing tomatoes increased with an increasing irrigation amount and peaked in the S1W3 treatment for the two years, reaching 125,304.85 kg ha^(–1)in 2018 and 128,329.71 kg ha^(–1)in 2019. Notably, in the first year, the S2W3 treatment achieved relatively high yields, exhibiting only a 2.85% reduction compared to the S1W3 treatment. However, the yield of the S2W3 treatment declined significantly in two years, and it was 15.88% less than that of the S1W3 treatment. Structural equation modeling(SEM) revealed that soil environmental factors(SWC and SSC) directly influence yield while also exerting indirect impacts on the growth indicators of processing tomatoes(plant height, stem diameter, and leaf area index). The TOPSIS method identified S1W3, S1W2, and S2W2 as the top three treatments. The single-factor marginal effect function also revealed that irrigation water salinity contributed to the composite evaluation scores(CES) when it was below 0.96 g L^(–1). Using brackish water with a salinity of 3 g L^(–1)at an irrigation amount of 485 mm over one year ensured that processing tomatoes maintained high yields with a relatively high CES(0.709). However, using brackish water for more than one year proved unfeasible.
基金supported by the Tianshan Talents Program of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region(2022TSYCJU0002)the Basic and cross-cutting frontier scientific research pilot projects of Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDB0720100)+3 种基金the Major Science and Technology Special Project of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region-Research and demonstration of nature-based restoration and conservation technology for degraded vegetation in the desert-oasis ecotone(2024A03009-4)the original innovation project of the basic frontier scientific research program,Chinese Academy of Sciences(ZDBS-LY-DQC031)the water system evolution and risk assessment in arid regions for original innovation project of institute(2023-2025)the Outstanding Member of the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(2019)(2024-2026).
文摘Agricultural trade promotes the transfer of water resources,which has an impact on regional water scarcity,particularly in arid regions.Nevertheless,the understanding of how agricultural trade influences water scarcity and the populations under different water scarcity levels is still insufficient.This study examines the impact of domestic agricultural(food crop)trade on water scarcity in Northwest China by integrating a grid-based dynamic water balance model with a linear programming model.The results indicate that the agricultural blue water(surface and groundwater)footprint and green water(soil water)footprint in the Northwest region peaked in 2014,with the green water footprint being 17%higher than the blue water footprint.The increase in trade volume has effectively alleviated water scarcity in Northwest China,with green water playing a greater role than blue water,especially in Shaanxi and Ningxia.As trade volumes rise,the population facing mild water scarcity continues to grow after trade,with increases of 4.56%,6.70%,and 5.36%in 2000,2010 and 2014.Agricultural trade significantly alleviates the pressure of severe water scarcity and boosts the region's population carrying capacity.This study provides scientific evidence to support stronger coordination of water resources between regions,especially agricultural water trade between water-rich and water-scarce areas,and to inform the formulation of rational allocation policies for balancing regional water resource distribution and benefits.
基金Supported by the Research Fund of Key Laboratory of Aircraft Environment Control and Life Support,MIIT,Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (Grant No. KLAECLSE-202201)。
文摘The water curtain spray system of the ship helps reduce surface thermal load and lowers thermal infrared radiation, notably enhancing the stealth and survivability of naval ships. The performance of the water curtain spray system is largely influenced by the density of the nozzles and their installation height. Therefore, a test platform was established to investigate these critical influencing factors, employing an orthogonal design methodology for the experimental study. Specifically, the study evaluated the effects of varying distances to the steel plate target and different injection heights on the cooling performance of the system. Results demonstrate that using one nozzle per 4 square meters of the ship's surface area effectively lowers the surface temperature, bringing it closer to the ambient background temperature. This nozzle configuration creates irregular infrared heat patterns, which complicate the task for infrared detectors to discern the ship's outline, thus enhancing its infrared stealth. Additionally, maintaining the nozzle installation height within 0.6 m to prevent the temperature difference between the steel plate and the background temperature from exceeding 4 K. Moreover, as the infrared imaging distance increases from 3 to 9 m, the temperature difference measured by the thermocouple and the infrared imager increases by 141.27%. Furthermore, with the increase in infrared imaging distance, the infrared temperature of the target steel plate approaches the background temperature, indicating improved detectability. These findings have significantly enhanced the stealth capabilities of naval ships, maximizing their immunity to infrared-guided weapon attacks. Moreover, their importance in improving the survivability of ships on the water surface cannot be underestimated.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51774196,52304093)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2023M741968)Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(ZR2023ME086).
文摘Soft rock is one of the common geological conditions in coal mine underground water reservoir engineering.The cross-scale correlation analysis of water erosion soft lithology deterioration is very important for the safety and stability of coal mine underground reservoir(CMUR)engineering.To address the issues of grain crowding and segmentation difficulties in cross-scale corelation analysis,as well as the limitations of traditional etching methods,this study proposes an image grain segmentation method based on deep learning algorithms,utilizing scanning electron microscopy and image process-ing techniques.The method successfully segments crowded grains and eliminates the interference from misplaced particles.In addition,indoor uniaxial compression tests were conducted to obtain the mechanical properties of sandstone samples with different water content.By quantitatively characterizing the macroscopic and microscopic deterioration degree of red sandstone samples with different water contents,the relationship between the strength changes of rock samples and the pet-rographic parameters such as grain size and grain shape is analyzed,and the influence law of soft lithology deterioration in CMUR engineering is revealed.The results indicate:(1)Water significantly weakens the mechanical properties and stability of soft rock.With increasing water content,the strength of sandstone samples continuously decreases,and the failure mode transitions from brittle to ductile failure.(2)The deterioration of micro-micro structures is the main cause of the decrease in mechanical properties of water-eroded soft rock.Grain size,grain area,and aspect ratio are negatively correlated with water content,indicating that hydrophilic minerals in soft rock dissolve under the action of water,leading to rock damage.(3)Grain size,area,and aspect ratio can serve as significant indicators for quantifying the strength changes of water-eroded soft rock.The research findings can be applied to stability assessment and disaster prevention in CMUR engineering.
文摘The wettability of coarse-grained soils has been studied previously.However,soil drying in arid regions due to limited precipitation or irrigation has resulted in soil water repellency to some extent in fine-grained soils.In this study,laboratory experiments were conducted to investigate the effects of plane(Platanus orientalis L.)leaf biochar with fine(<0.1 mm)and coarse grains(0.1-0.5 mm)on the wettability of a silty clay soil irrigated with saline and non-saline water.Eleven rates of each biochar,ranging from 0 to 10%with 1%intervals,were investigated along with five ionic strengths of water,including 0,0.2,0.4,0.6,and 0.8 mol L^(-1),prepared using sodium and calcium chloride,which are two dominant salts in arid regions.The results showed that application of 5%-10%fine-grained biochar changed the soil hydrophobicity class from strongly to slightly water-repellent,while only 4%coarse-grained biochar was sufficient for the same change in soil wettability.Furthermore,the use of 10%coarse-grained biochar made the soil hydrophilic.The positive effect of plane leaf biochar on soil water repellency reduction was limited by water salinity.The sodium chloride solution was more effective in decreasing the soil wettability than calcium chloride solution and increased the demand for biochar for soil water repellency reduction.In conclusion,plane leaf biochar could be beneficial in managing the hydrophobicity of fine-grained soils.However,water quality as well as biochar particle size determined the quantity of biochar required for improving soil wettability.
文摘This review critically examines strategies for sustainable groundwater and surface water management,emphasizing their integration to achieve environmental sustainability.The study synthesizes findings from a wide range of research articles,identifying key trends,gaps,and controversies within the field.It highlights the importance of cohesive management approaches that take into account climate change,policy impacts,and methodological advancements.The review aims to provide a structured,analytical discussion that aligns with the thematic focus of integrated water management.By offering original insights and practical recommendations,this review seeks to contribute to the development of more effective and sustainable water management practices.The analysis underscores the necessity of interdisciplinary approaches that integrate hydrological,ecological,and socio-economic factors.Furthermore,the review discusses the role of adaptive management and technological innovations in enhancing the resilience and efficiency of water management systems.The findings suggest that a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between groundwater and surface water is crucial for developing strategies that ensure long-term environmental sustainability.This review concludes with recommendations for future research and policy development,emphasizing the need for adaptive,resilient,and integrated water management strategies that can address the challenges posed by climate change and other environmental pressures.
基金State University Research Excellence(SURE),SERB,GOI,Grant/Award Number:SUR/2022/001557。
文摘reshwater essential for civilization faces risk from untreated effluents discharged by industries,agriculture,urban areas,and other sources.Increasing demand and abstraction of freshwater deteriorate the pollution scenario more.Hence,water quality analysis(WQA)is an important task for researchers and policymakers to maintain sustainability and public health.This study aims to gather and discuss the methods used for WQA by the researchers,focusing on their advantages and limitations.Simultaneously,this study compares different WQA methods,discussing their trends and future directions.Publications from the past decade on WQA are reviewed,and insights are explored to aggregate them in particular categories.Three major approaches,namely—water quality indexing,water quality modeling(WQM)and artificial intelligence-based WQM,are recognized.Different methodologies adopted to execute these three approaches are presented in this study,which leads to formulate a comparative discussion.Using statistical operations and soft computing techniques have been done by researchers to combat the subjectivity error in indexing.To achieve better results,WQMs are being modified to incorporate the physical processes influencing water quality more robustly.The utilization of artificial intelligence was primarily restricted to conventional networks,but in the last 5 years,implications of deep learning have increased rapidly and exhibited good results with the hybridization of feature extracting and time series modeling.Overall,this study is a valuable resource for researchers dedicated to WQA.
基金the Government of the Perm Territory within the Framework of Scientific Project No.S-26/828the Ministry of Science and High Education of Russia(Theme No.121031700169-1).
文摘The article presents the results of in-kind measurements and numerical modeling of the formation of water characteristics in the Kama River,which is used for technical water supply in the production of potash fertilizers.In the warm season,risks arise that threaten the sustainability of the water supply.It was found that in the summer,when the studied section of the Kama River is backed up by the KamaHydroelectric Power Station,there is a significant decrease in flow rates,which leads to vertical stratification of water properties.This,in turn,significantly limits the possibilities of using water fromthe bottom zone.Under conditions of significant water discharge from the reservoir,this section has river conditions with significantly higher flow rates.Under such conditions,intense vertical mixing of water masses occurs,which improves the consumer properties of water necessary for sustainable water supply.The results of numerical modeling carried out within the framework of the three-dimensional approach confirmed this conclusion.It is shown that with an increase in the flow rate in the channel near thewater intake,the concentration of salts decreases,which is an important factor in ensuring high-quality water supply.
文摘The majority of water utilities,particularly public service providers such as Gidole town,are struggling to deliver a sufficient and consistent supply of water in Ethiopia's developing towns.The primary objective of this study was to assess the hydraulic performance of water supply distribution system in Gidole Town,Ethiopia,a representative case of the challenges facing public water utilities in developing towns.The WaterGEMS v8i hydraulic model was utilized to simulate and evaluate the distribution network's performance.The system was configured as a looped network and analyzed against standard permitted pressure and velocity values in the distribution system.The model was effectively calibrated(coefficient of determination(R^(2))=0.969)using measured and observed pressure data.The model simulation run was conducted at peak and low hourly demand with 1.9 and 0.25 hourly factors,respectively.The estimated water demand of the town is 1284.3m^(3)/day(48.4 liters per capita per day),and it would be increased to 3099.77m^(3)/day(66.03 l/c/d)by the 2037 design period.The system experiences significant non-revenue water losses(75,434.11m^(3)/year),accounting for 29.9%of total water production;as a result,the present water supply coverage of the town is only 33.6%.Hydraulic simulations under peak and low demand scenarios revealed nodes with pressures outside the normal range,indicating system-wide inefficiencies.These findings highlight a combined issue of large physical losses and insufficient capacity of the water supply in the town,which is typical of many municipal systems in developing regions.The study concludes that strategic infrastructure rehabilitation,with an emphasis on pressure management and leak reduction,is not only a town necessity but a fundamental requirement for improving water security and financial sustainability for utilities in Ethiopia and similar contexts.The findings and methodology have been forwarded to town's water supply project and institutional development departments for immediate future implementation and provide a replicable framework for evidence-based investment and planning in other struggling municipalities in similar situations.
文摘Small-scale farmland water conservancy projects are crucial infrastructure for ensuring agricultural production and enhancing water resource utilization efficiency,with their water-saving benefits directly linked to national food security and sustainable agricultural development.This study focuses on small-scale farmland water conservancy projects in China,identifying issues such as aging facilities,outdated technology,and management deficiencies through field research and data analysis.Targeted pathways for enhancing water-saving efficiency are proposed from three dimensions:engineering technology optimization,management mechanism innovation,and policy support.Research indicates that by promoting efficient water-saving technologies,establishing a diversified management model,and improving policy incentive mechanisms,the irrigation water utilization coefficient of small-scale farmland water conservancy projects can be increased by 0.1-0.15,and water consumption per unit area of farmland can be reduced by 15-20%.The findings provide theoretical references and practical guidance for the quality improvement and water-saving enhancement of small-scale farmland water conservancy projects in China.
基金financially supported by China Geological Survey Project(No.DD20220954)Open Funding Project of the Key Laboratory of Groundwater Sciences and Engineering,Ministry of Natural Resources(No.SK202301-4)+2 种基金Science and Technology Innovation Foundation of Comprehensive Survey&Command Center for Natural Resources(No.KC20240003)Yanzhao Shanshui Science and Innovation Fund of Langfang Integrated Natural Resources Survey Center,China Geological Survey(No.YZSSJJ202401-001)Open Foundation of the Key Laboratory of Coupling Process and Effect of Natural Resources Elements(No.2022KFKTC009).
文摘Water scarcity and environment deterioration have become main constraints to sustainable economic and social development.Scientifically assessing Water Resources Carrying Capacity(WRCC)is essential for the optimal allocation of regional water resources.The hilly area at the northern foot of Yanshan Mountains is a key water conservation zone and an important water source for Beijing,Tianjin and Hebei.Grasping the current status and temporal trends of water quality and WRCC in representative small watersheds within this region is crucial for supporting rational water resources allocation and environment protection efforts.This study focuses on Pingquan City,a typical watershed in northern Hebei Province.Firstly,evaluation index systems for surface water quality,groundwater quality and WRCC were estab-lished based on the Pressure-State-Response(PSR)framework.Then,comprehensive evaluations of water quality and WRCC at the sub-watershed scale were conducted using the Varying Fuzzy Pattern Recogni-tion(VFPR)model.Finally,the rationality of the evaluation results was verified,and future scenarios were projected.Results showed that:(1)The average comprehensive evaluation scores for surface water and groundwater quality in the sub-watersheds were 1.44 and 1.46,respectively,indicating that both met the national Class II water quality standard and reflected a high-quality water environment.(2)From 2010 to 2020,the region's WRCC steadily improved,with scores rising from 2.99 to 2.83 and an average of 2.90,suggesting effective water resources management in Pingquan City.(3)According to scenario-based predic-tion,WRCC may slightly decline between 2025 and 2030,reaching 2.92 and 2.94,respectively,relative to 2020 levels.Therefore,future efforts should focus on strengthening scientific management and promoting the efficient use of water resources.Proactive measures are necessary to mitigate emerging contradiction and ensure the long-term stability and sustainability of the water resources system in the region.The evalua-tion system and spatiotemporal evolution patterns proposed in this study can provide a scientific basis for refined water resource management and ecological conservation in similar hilly areas.
基金funding provided by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No. 2021YFB3801301)National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 22075076, 22208097 and 22378119)Shanghai Pilot Program for Basic Research (22TQ1400100-4)。
文摘Seawater electrolysis for hydrogen production faces inherent challenges, including side reactions, corrosion, and scaling, stemming from the intricate composition of seawater. In response, researchers have turned to continuous water splitting using forward osmosis(FO)-driven seawater desalination. However, the necessity of a neutral electrolyte hampers this strategy due to the limited current density and scarcity of precious metals. Herein, this study applies alkali-durable FO membranes to enable self-sustaining seawater splitting, which can selectively withdraw water molecules, from seawater, via concentration gradient. The membranes demonstrates outstanding perm-selectivity of water/ions(~5830 mol mol^(-1)) during month-long alkaline resistance tests, preventing electrolyte leaching(>97% OHàretention) while maintaining ~95%water balance(V_(FO)= V_(electrolysis)) via preserved concentration gradient for consistent forward-osmosis influx of water molecules. With the consistent electrolyte environment protected by the polyamide FO membranes, the Ni Fe-Ar-P catalyst exhibits promising performance: a sustain current density of 360 m A cmà2maintained at the cell voltage of 2.10 V and 2.15 V for 360 h in the offshore seawater, preventing Cl/Br corrosion(98% rejection) and Mg/Ca passivation(99.6% rejection). This research marks a significant advancement towards efficient and durable seawater-based hydrogen production.
基金Financial support to for the years 20011-2015 was provided by IUGS/UNESCO,through their joint program IGCP(IGCP-618),from INQUA,and from UNESCO-IHP,through the project GRAPHIC.
文摘Groundwater sources supply fresh drinking water to almost half of the World’s population and are a main source of water for irrigation across world.Characterization of groundwater resources,surfacegroundwater interactions and their link to the global water cycle and modern global change are important themes in hydrogeological research,whereas little attention has been given to the relation between groundwater and past climate variations.A groundwater system’s history is vital to assess its vulnerability under future and potentially adverse climatic changes.
