Managing Saline Groundwater
Offered By: Australian Water School via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the critical issue of groundwater salinity and its impact on agriculture, drinking water, and ecosystems worldwide in this 59-minute webinar. Delve into Australia's successful history of managing saline groundwater, examining key programs, projects, and outcomes. Learn about the effects of groundwater salinity on agricultural production, soil salinization, irrigation water quality, drinking water supplies, and ecosystem health. Discover how saline groundwater discharge affects rivers and well-fields, and gain insights into the rising salinity levels in both groundwater and surface water. Covering topics such as water technology, water utilities, salt lakes, and the Murray Darling Basin, this webinar also addresses sustainability concerns and treatment methods for water supply. Gain valuable knowledge from expert Andrew as he shares his background and experiences in tackling this growing global challenge.
Syllabus
Introduction
Welcome
Whats happening up front
Meet Andrew
Andrews background
End product
Water Technology
Water Utilities
Salt Lakes
Murray Darling Basin
Comments
Sustainability
Treat for supply
Taught by
Australian Water School
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