Browsing: Watershed & Environmental Science
Land Use and Cover Changes in the Tordzie Watershed: Past Insights and Future Directions
The article discusses the alarming changes in land use and land cover (LULC) driven by human activities, particularly due to population growth and unsustainable practices. These…
Evaluating the Impact of Watershed Compensation Policies for Sustainable Development in China’s Huai River Basin
The article discusses the environmental impact of industrialization and urbanization, particularly focusing on the Huai River Basin in China, which is facing severe water quality deterioration.…
NOAA has awarded nearly $1.4 million in Fiscal Year 2024 for 16 new projects under the Chesapeake Bay-Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) program, benefiting students and…
A study by Nicol Parker and Arturo A Keller from the University of California, Santa Barbara, published in PLOS Water, introduces the Environmental Release Tool (ERT),…
Impact of Land Development and Road Salt on Streamwater Chemistry in Southeastern Pennsylvania Watersheds
The article discusses the freshwater salinization syndrome (FSS) occurring in urbanized areas of northern regions, particularly due to the application of road deicing salts. Over time,…
Join Our Team as Environmental Technicians at the Washington State Department of Ecology
The Watershed Health Monitoring team is looking for eight early career scientists to assist with summer river and stream sampling across Washington. Positions involve field navigation,…
On April 17, 2024, HCPSS biology students, teachers, and local representatives gathered at the Howard County Conservancy for the 10th annual Watershed Summit, showcasing students’ work…
The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) has appointed Bill Kibler as its new Executive Director, effective January 6, 2025. Kibler has over 25 years of experience…
Grasslands are vital ecosystems in arid and alpine regions, influenced by terrain, climate change, and human activities. Different vegetation coverages affect eco-hydrological processes, making it crucial…
The article discusses land use and land cover (LULC) changes in the upper watershed of the Qingshui River basin in China’s Chongli district from 1990 to…