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The Interconnected Challenges of Forests, Water, and Livelihoods in the Lesser Himalayas
The Madi River, flowing through west-central Nepal, is a typical rain-fed river originating within the Lesser Himalayas. The Himalayan mountain chain and the Tibetan Plateau form one of the world'…
Disappearing Springs and Their Ripple Effects on Ecosystems
Globally, springs, vital conduits that bring groundwater to the surface, are vanishing due to relentless development and severe drought. These springs support uniquely specialized species and play…
Global Climate Policy Needs a Water-Centric Approach, Argues Scientist at Amazon Reserve
In the lush expanse of the Amazon, where water seems infinite, Dr. Marcia Nunes Macedo, a leading climate scientist, warns that the future of climate stability hinges not just on managing carbon…
Arizona Tribe Leads with Innovative Solar Canal Project
The Gila River Indian Community in Arizona has initiated a groundbreaking project to move toward sustainability and environmental preservation, marking a first in the United States. This…
New Mexico Considers Using Oil and Gas Byproduct to Address Water Scarcity Amid Environmental Concerns
As New Mexico grapples with diminishing freshwater resources amidst a warming climate, state officials are contemplating the use of produced water—a byproduct of oil and gas extraction—to…
Federal Funds Aim to Mitigate the Colorado River Crisis – A Temporary Reprieve or a Long-term Solution?
The U.S. federal government has made financial efforts to manage the crisis of the shrinking Colorado River, which is crucial to 40 million people for drinking water, food production, and…
Will Global Water Scarcity Increase in the Coming Decades?
Access to clean water is a fundamental human necessity, yet it remains out of reach for a significant portion of the global population. Recent research led by Edward Jones, a hydrology and water…
Indigenous Communities Face Water Crisis Amid Lithium Mining Boom
Earlier this year, the Associated Press reported on the "lithium triangle" – a region spanning Argentina, Chile, and Bolivia – where native communities sit upon an estimated trillion dollars in…
Integrating Nature and Innovation for Advanced Urban Stormwater Management and Resilience Against Extreme Weather
As part of their Spring 2024 Speaker Series last month The Ohio State University's Center for Urban Research and Analysis alongside the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center, hosted Chris…