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Aquifer system faces decline in multiple regions, study shows

Phys.org

Groundwater is declining across Eastern Washington’s complex, interconnected aquifer system, as people draw on it for irrigation, drinking and other uses at a pace that threatens its sustainability, according to a new study by a Washington State University researcher.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.

Method used in water simulations can cause errors, study confirms

Phys.org

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory are revisiting a long-standing assumption in molecular dynamics simulations. Their latest findings suggest that a widely used approach may introduce more uncertainty than previously understood.   Click here to read the story.

City of Calgary warns against excessive outdoor water use amid climbing temperatures

Calgary Herald

City of Calgary warns against excessive outdoor water use amid climbing temperatures. Read more.

Arcadis secures digital asset management contract with the City of Calgary

Smart Water

Arcadis, a company specializing in sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy services, has been awarded a multi-year contract by the City of Calgary to support the management of municipal infrastructure through a digital platform. Read more.

Water mapping helps rural B.C. communities prepare for wildfire response

Water Canada

As wildfire seasons grow longer and more destructive, rural communities in British Columbia are turning to a proactive, made-in-B.C. solution: mapping water sources in advance of fire emergencies. Led by Living Lakes Canada, a water science and stewardship non-profit, this initiative is helping communities across the Columbia Basin strengthen their emergency readiness by identifying and documenting critical water sources before wildfires strike. Read more here.