ASU Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory’s Post

Planning for an uncertain future in the Colorado River basin: Penn State researchers develop FRNSIC, a tool to help decision-makers navigate the Colorado River's future amid climate change and drought. #ColoradoRiverBasin #FRNSIC #ColoradoRiver #ClimateChange #Drought #DrinkingWater #Rivers #ColoradoRiverPlanning #CORiver #EarthDotCom #EarthSnap #Earth

Climate Change and Water Budgets: Accounting for Increased Drought Risk based on Recent Observations - https://scft.link/8PY1R Research led by Dr. Nick Martin, formerly of Southwest Research Institute, demonstrates how incorporating weather attribution into water budget projections significantly enhances drought predictions. The study, published in Hydrology, highlights that severe droughts could become five times more likely under future climate conditions, urging for advanced planning in water resource management. #ClimateScience #DroughtRisk #WaterManagement #HydrologyResearch #ClimateChange #sciencefeatured #sciencenews

Explore the dynamics of water distribution and the impact of droughts on ecosystems and communities. Hydrology expert Diego Miralles, sheds light on how droughts affect the global water cycle and the importance of drought-resistant water sources, a key focus of The Water Project's work in arid regions. #drought #sustainablewater #water #wash

Source: Environmental monitoring and assessment Study assesses land cover and drought risk in Türkiye's mountains using earth observation and a neutrosophic decision support system. Collect Earth platform evaluated over 20 years of land use changes and drought risk based on nine ecological parameters. Results indicate high drought risk across mountainous areas, suggesting integrated geospatial techniques aid in climate adaptation strategies.

Rewild to the Rescue? Uncertain Hydrological Outcomes Cloud High Hopes WIRE The growing popularity of rewilding projects has led to major knowledge gaps around its effects on hydrological extremes, according to a systematic review published in WIREs Water. While over 80% of analogous studies showed flood reduction benefits, the magnitude varied widely due to complex interactions between vegetation, soil, topography, and weather. However, rewilding's effects on low flows and droughts remain unclear with potential for increased water scarcity risks. Lead author Dr. Gemma Harvey emphasized the need for more research monitoring actual rewilding projects over long time periods to unravel complex feedbacks between recovering nature and water flows. Co-author Professor Judy England urged any rewilding project to consider potential water-related benefits. With climate change accelerating, quantifying rewilding's capacity to mitigate floods or droughts requires comprehensive, coordinated hydrological monitoring. https://lnkd.in/gCF7y93A

It's almost like all these things are tied together in an ecosystem ;) #water #watermanagement #waterpolicy #waterights #waterlaw #drought #aridification #climatechange #climateandwater #ClydeSnowWater

Droughts aren't just about a lack of rain. They're about the movement and availability of water across the globe. Prof. Diego Miralles from the University of Ghent sheds light on how water cycle dynamics contribute to this natural yet increasingly common phenomenon. Droughts can redistribute this precious resource in unexpected ways. Read more here: #WaterScarcity #WaterDrought  

Here’s the latest #HydroGeoSphere research highlight, looking at a new study published by Sofija Stanic, Nicole LeRoux, Anner Paldor, Aaron Mohammed, Holly Michael & Dr. Barrett Kurylyk. If you’re interested in coastal hydrology and saltwater intrusion, then you’ll want to explore this research highlight and find out what impact climate change has on island aquifers. Dive into the findings here: https://lnkd.in/gP3HpMKz #HydroGeoSphere #ResearchHighlight

🌍 Opinion: When Rivers Run Low: The Unseen Impact of Dams and Hydrological Drought. In my latest piece for the Global Water Forum, I delve into the often-overlooked consequences of damming and hydrological droughts. Through the lens of the Apalachicola River in Florida, we see a microcosm of a global challenge – the transformation of vibrant rivers into vulnerable streams. This conversation goes beyond water scarcity; it's about recognizing our interconnected fate with the natural world. The impact on water ecosystems, biodiversity, and communities underscores a critical need for sustainable approaches to river management and dam construction. As we witness the ramifications on rivers worldwide, from the Mekong to the Nile, it's clear: our future hinges on harmony with nature, not dominance over it. Join me in exploring ways to sustain the lifeblood of our planet. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dW-unZah #WaterConservation #SustainableDevelopment #EnvironmentalAwareness

The state of Earth's hydrologic cycle is not getting better...