Climate change
The Kano State Government has kicked off its annual drainage clearance exercise to mitigate flooding, with the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Dahiru Hashim, flagging off the exercise at the Baban Gwari Roundabout on Katsina Road, a flood-prone area in the Kano metropolis. This initiative is aimed at
Climate change
New research at Pandit Deendayal Energy University has highlighted the importance of sustainable water availability for the production of green hydrogen, a clean energy source critical for a sustainable future. The study emphasizes the need for low-cost, high-recovery water desalination and distillation technologies to produce green hydrogen on a global
Climate change
India's lentic water bodies are under significant threat due to climate change, according to a new study published in the journal Environmental and Sustainability Indicators. The research found that changes in precipitation patterns, rising temperatures, and intensifying extreme weather events are deteriorating water quality, degrading habitats, and reducing
Climate change
A new study conducted by researchers from Chang'an University has provided groundbreaking insights into the complex dynamics of water resource allocation in arid inland river basins. The research, published in the journal Ecological Indicators, uses a novel joint distribution model of runoff to assess collaborative allocation strategies for
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A recent study has highlighted the vulnerability of coastal aquifers across the globe to long-term salinization due to the effects of climate change. Researchers from the University of Mines and Technology conducted a study in the Ga West Municipality in SE Ghana to assess the hydrogeochemical characteristics, identify sources of
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Researchers at the University of Science in Vietnam have conducted an in-depth study on the effects of climate change and land use alterations on water resources in the Mekong River basin. The investigation utilized a calibrated SWAT model and projected future climate and land use scenarios to understand the separate
Climate change
Research conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) emphasizes the pivotal role of water policy legislation in shaping water management in countries like India. With aging infrastructure, pollution, climate change, and resource limitations persisting, sustainable water management and international cooperation can address these issues. The Indian government's
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Southern Water has published a new long-term strategy aimed at addressing the growing demand for water in the South East, driven by climate change, population growth, and planned reductions in abstractions. The company's Final Draft Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP24) outlines how it intends to deliver reliable water
Climate change
A new report from researchers at Hebei GEO University reveals a concerning trend of soil drought in Hebei Province, China. The study, spanning from 2001 to 2020, has identified a pattern of "first intensifying and then easing" soil drought, with significant spatial agglomeration characteristics. The research suggests that
Climate change
The government of Balochistan has taken a significant step towards mitigating the effects of climate change in the province by approving the establishment of a Climate Change Fund. The fund, announced by Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, aims to support adaptation and mitigation strategies that address climate-related risks and promote
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As the 2025 G7 Leaders' Summit in Kananaskis approaches, Canadian officials are working to navigate the complex dynamics of discussing climate change in a gathering that will also feature US President Donald Trump. The wildfires that scorched Jasper, Alta., earlier this year have created a unique opportunity for Canada
Climate change
The world's ocean temperatures reached a critical milestone in May, breaking records and sparking concerns about the seas' ability to absorb rising levels of carbon dioxide. According to the EU's Earth Observation service Copernicus, the global average sea surface temperature in May was 20.79C,
