Browsing: Watershed & Environmental Science
Trash, especially plastic, is a significant global pollutant affecting both populated and remote areas, including oceans and rivers. Plastic waste constitutes 60%-80% of litter in freshwater…
Exploring Surface Irrigation Opportunities in the Chacha River Watershed of Ethiopia’s Upper Blue Nile
The article discusses the irrigation potential of the Chacha River Watershed in Ethiopia, estimating that 13,336.5 hectares of land is highly suitable for surface irrigation, while…
Drought Analysis and Trend Assessment in the Bilate River Watershed, Rift Valley, Ethiopia
Drought is a complex natural hazard that leads to significant water scarcity, impacting agriculture, food security, and various economic sectors. It is characterized by a prolonged…
Assessing the Effects of Land Use Change on Sediment Yield in Ethiopia’s Fincha Watershed
The article addresses soil erosion and sediment yield in the Fincha watershed in Ethiopia, where land-use changes significantly contribute to these issues. Globally, about 75 billion…
Two New Hope-Solebury High School graduates, Sofia Tasoluk and Rena Xu, received Malcolm P. Crooks Scholarships from the Aquetong Watershed Association (AWA) for their commitment to…
Tracking Polyphosphate Accumulation as a Sign of Stream Ecosystem Legacy in a Pennsylvania Watershed
The article examines how alterations in nutrient loadings, particularly nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P), impact water quality in various aquatic ecosystems, with a focus on the…
Recent analysis indicates that Pennsylvania’s efforts to clean local waterways have led to the best overall health of the Chesapeake Bay, marking a C+ grade, the…
The article delves into the effects of wildfires on freshwater quality and quantity in forested watersheds, focusing on the Mediterranean region’s susceptibility due to its climate…
Land Use Changes in the Northern Lake Tana Watershed and Their Impact on Water Quality
The article discusses the critical importance of studying land use/land cover (LU/LC) dynamics in understanding environmental patterns and trends, particularly in regions undergoing rapid changes like…
In Jackson Demonstration State Forest in Northern California, a group of researchers, led by U.S. Forest Service hydrologist Joe Wagenbrenner, discusses the significance of their work…