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Potentially toxic chemicals called PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are found in surface and groundwaters around the world at levels much higher than many international regulators allow, a new study found. Called “forever chemicals” because they fail to break down fully in the environment, PFAS have been used since the 1950s... read more...
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On March 7th 2024, the Spanish Chapter of the IAH and the University Polytechnic of Cataluña, among many other institutions, joined forces to pay homage to the esteemed Professor Emilio Custodio, a luminary in the field of hydrogeology and a beloved mentor to many. The event was hold at the... read more...
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The geological and hydrogeological conditions in Hungary make geothermal energy a suitable alternative to gas heating in Hungary. Hungary’s geothermal heat flow, or simply put, the intensity of the heat escaping from the earth’s interior, is excellent by European standards. Some form of shallow or deep geothermal use is possible... read more...
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The 2024 edition of the United Nations World Water Development Report highlights how developing and maintaining water security and equitable access to water services is essential to ensuring peace and prosperity for all. Equitable access to water resources, to safe and affordable water supply and sanitation services, and to the multiple... read more...
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The global WASH Support Unit and Environmental Sustainability Unit, in collaboration with International Groundwater Resources Assessment Center (IGRAC) and Groundwater Relief (GWR), have prepared a position paper that supports IOM staff and decision-makers. The paper aims to facilitate effective WASH programming that optimizes groundwater usage, minimizes adverse impacts on natural... read more...
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The IAH Regional Groundwater Flow Commission (RGFC-IAH) are recruiting new members to join their commission. See below a letter from the RGFC-IAH Board. Dear Members of the IAH, Students and Professionals from all over the world, We address you as representatives and board members of the IAH Regional Groundwater Flow... read more...
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The consumption of contaminated groundwater can lead to a host of health issues, including gastrointestinal infections, cholera, dysentery, and other serious illnesses. Pollution occurs when substances such as pathogens, chemicals, and heavy metals seep into underground aquifers, the primary source of drinking water for approximately 70% of the 250 million... read more...
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Many of the underground water stores often critical to life in Texas, where rain is rare and the sun beats out of a pitiless sky, are running dry. Across the state, water gushes out of nearly 300 springs — a hidden array of reservoirs that creates creeks, rivers and swimming... read more...
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We are pleased to call for nominations for the 2024 ‘Applied Hydrogeology Award’. read more...
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Arsenic is found in many household and industrial products, from pesticides and food additives to semiconductor chips and pharmaceuticals. And when disposed of, the arsenic in the products can leach from the landfill into the soil and groundwater. Landfills in the U.S., Europe and around the world are important potential... read more...
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