groundwater quality (Groundwater Quality Monitoring

Solinst Canada at the 2012 Groundwater Expo

We’re looking forward to the 2012 NGWA Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, December 4-7 to “Discover — Connect — Grow!” It’s here at the industry’s leading annual event with its cutting-edge educational programming, an exhibit hall with the latest in equipment and technological innovations, a multitude of networking opportunities, and more ...

Nov. 29, 2012

By Solinst Canada Ltd.

AUS$876,000 to help protect New South Wales groundwater quality

Minister for Climate Change and Water, Senator Penny Wong, today announced $876,000 in funding to improve management of groundwater quality in highly-developed aquifers in New South Wales. Senator Wong made the announcement during a visit to Dubbo on the second day of a three-day tour of the northern Murray-Darling Basin. “As a result of drought and climate change, surface water in some parts ...

Mar. 3, 2009

By Australian Government

WRD Hosts 7th Annual Groundwater Quality Workshop

The Water Replenishment District (WRD) today hosted its 7th Annual Groundwater Quality Workshop, featuring water quality experts from WRD and other agencies speaking on various topics of interest to engineers, water system operators and others who manage or operate public water systems. With about 100 participants from throughout WRD's service area, the workshop provided information necessary ...

Jul. 1, 2011

By Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD)

Scotland’s water and groundwater quality improving, says SEPA

Water quality in Scotland is good and continues to improve. That's according to the recently published Scotland’s Water Environment Review 2000-2006 featuring water quality classification data that illustrates historical trends stretching back over the past six years. The review, which has been published by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), is a valuable source of environmental ...

Mar. 11, 2008

By Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)

USGS Releases Results of Gem County Groundwater Quality Study

The entire population of southwestern Idaho’s Gem County depends on aquifers for its drinking water. The water in those aquifers is of generally good quality according to a U.S. Geological Survey report released today. The study was prompted by concerns that rapidly growing population and changes in land use, including potential natural gas exploration and development, might affect the ...

Dec. 21, 2016

By U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Technical Announcement: Bacteria No Match for Deep Floridan Aquifer

A first of its kind study has the potential to impact future regulatory decisions on disinfection practices for water prior to its recharge or following its storage in the Floridan Aquifer. The U.S Geological Survey report found that coliform bacteria die off faster in a regional aquifer system than was previously known, though a small percentage survives. One of the state's regulatory criteria ...

Mar. 11, 2014

By U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

China to improve its groundwater

China aims to improve its overall groundwater quality and restore ecosystem functions at a basic level by 2035, according to an official plan issued on Monday. The plan was unveiled by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and four other ministries, including the Natural Resources, Water Resources, Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Housing and Urban-Rural Development ministries. The goal will ...

Apr. 8, 2019

By International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH)

Smart sensoring water cylcle

Our colleague Nico was interviewed by the independent Publicspaceinfo.nl regarding the Smart Sensoring solutions of Eijkelkamp Soil & Water. Publicspaceinfo.nl brought a visit to the Eijkelkamp Control Room. From here we can give a good insight how the water cycle is monitored. From here we explained Publicspaceinfo.nl how we support WINNET, Water Innovation Network, in their need for ...

Jan. 11, 2017

By Eijkelkamp Soil & Water

Groundwater Atlas for pesticides

The recently published Groundwater Atlas for pesticides provides an overview of where and when pesticides have been found in groundwater. The results can be used to improve water quality in the Netherlands. The data will be used by the Board for the Authorisation of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (Ctgb) to monitor groundwater quality. The Groundwater Atlas was developed between 2015 ...

Jul. 20, 2017

By Wageningen University and Research Centre

Review of water quality league tables and update of ground water quality indicators

The National River Water Quality Network includes 77 sites located on 35 of New Zealand’s typically larger rivers, which drain about half of New Zealand’s land area. The Ministry for the Environment has published information on the water quality of these sites. The sites are ranked in three league tables based on nutrient levels, water quality for recreational use and biological indicators. ...

Dec. 1, 2009

By New Zealand Government

Smart Sensoring

The independent Publicspaceinfo.nl publishes about our environment, sustainability and public spaces. Smart sensoring water cylcle. Our colleague Nico was interviewed by the independent Publicspaceinfo.nl regarding the Smart Sensoring solutions of Eijkelkamp Soil & Water. Publicspaceinfo.nl brought a visit to the Eijkelkamp Control Room. From here we can give a good insight how the water ...

Jan. 10, 2017

By Eijkelkamp Soil & Water

Experts to Address Groundwater Sustainability at National Event

This September, the Ground Water Protection Council (GWPC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will host the 2011 GWPC Annual Forum entitled “Meeting Competing Demands with Finite Groundwater Resources.” The event will include three primary subject areas: ...

Sep. 7, 2011

By Ground Water Protection Council (GWPC)

Thailand: Implementing The New Soil & Groundwater Contamination Assessment Regulation

The Ministry of Industry, Thailand, enacted the “Ministerial Regulation on Soil and Groundwater Contamination Control in the Factory Area” in April 2016. Under the Regulation certain factories and industrial operations (prescribed operations) are required to conduct soil and groundwater contamination surveys at their facilities on a regular basis and submit a report of the findings in ...

Aug. 8, 2018

By SLP Environmental ASIA - Environmental, Social, Health, Safety & Risk Management Consulting Services

A Resource for Environmental Guidelines and Standards

ESdat environmental software have compiled a free resource of environmental guidelines and standards for USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Holland, United Kingdom and Malaysia. They can be opened in Excel, reviewed, and imported directly into ESdat. Users can also compile their own using these as a guide. The online environmental standards provide professionals with links to the publishers, ...

Apr. 24, 2013

By Esdat Environmental Data Software

REGENESIS Gives Support to International Groundwater Science and Technology Lecture Series

REGENESIS, a leader in the development of advanced environmental remediation technologies, is contributing financial support for the 2013 Henry Darcy Distinguished Lecture Series in Groundwater Science. The series, primarily supported by a grant from the National Ground Water Association (NGWA), was established in 1986 by the National Ground Water Research and Educational Foundation (NGWREF) to ...

Aug. 29, 2013

By Regenesis

High quality groundwater sampling explained

The Solinst Technical Bulletin on High Quality Groundwater Sampling explains how to obtain representative groundwater samples using Solinst Bladder Pumps, 464 Electronic Pump Control Units and our 12 Volt Compressor. Solinst Bladder Pumps are designed for sampling in a variety of applications and are ideal for obtaining VOC samples. This bulletin describes where it is best to use stainless steel ...

Nov. 13, 2010

By Solinst Canada Ltd.

High quality groundwater sampling

Representative Samples A project manager’s goal for groundwater sampling is to collect samples that are representative of actual in-situ conditions, and to maintain sample integrity by minimizing the changes in sample quality and chemistry during collection. Sampling has evolved from earlier techniques of bailing and high rate pumping, to techniques of minimal drawdown and low flow pumping. ...

Mar. 9, 2011

By Solinst Canada Ltd.

New web site helps Wisconsin plan for safe drinking water

Wisconsin relies heavily on its groundwater—97 percent of communities in the state and nearly 1 million additional residents with private wells use groundwater for their daily needs. A new web site provides easy access to information about Wisconsin's groundwater to assist local governments in protecting this vital resource and to help owners of private wells tap into safe drinking water ...

Mar. 5, 2008

By U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Find all the latest environmental standards

Find all the latest environmental standards and guidelines in one handy place. Visit our free resource. Including: USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Holland, UK, and Malaysia. ESdat environmental software have compiled a free resource of environmental guidelines and standards for USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Holland, United Kingdom and Malaysia. They can be opened in Excel, reviewed, ...

Sep. 6, 2016

By Esdat Environmental Data Software

AWWA Policy: Management of Groundwater

The following revised AWWA Policy Statement on Management of Groundwater has been approved by the Technical and Educational Council for public comment. Comments on the policy statement will be reviewed by AWWA staff and forwarded to the Executive Committee if the comments are minor or referred back to the originating body if the comments are substantive. Policies forwarded to the Executive ...

Mar. 26, 2014

By American Water Works Association (AWWA)

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