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by Israel Adeoye | 28-11-2019 02:39
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Among other sectors, water resources is the most hit from global change. And as other sectors such as Agriculture and economy depend on water resources, it is very paramount that efforts are made to sustaining the water resources sector. Groundwater, being the major source of water for both domestic and commercial needs, and a very important part of water resources, is currently facing serious mismanagement which has led to its depletion. The current changing pattern of rainfalls and temperature has also make the situation more severe. Groundwater depletion can be simply defined as the reduction in the quantity and quality of groundwater. As it is the most suitable source of drinking water, it is important to realize that over pumping ground water makes it vulnerable to degradation, which leads to drying wetlands, reduction in water quality, and increasing salinization. The release of effluent from factories and improper waste disposal have also seriously contaminated ground water, making it unfit for drinking. Sadly, the inconsistency in precipitation and rainfall have greatly affected the sustainablity of groundwater. We experience groundwater depletion due to excessive pumping of an aquifer and this results in degradation of water quality, impacting natural wetlands, and affecting drinking water from contamination. These problems facing groundwater can only be adressed through groundwater sustainable management. Artificially on a large scale, sustainable management of this resource is very important. The rate of groundwater recharge depends largely on precipitation because it (rainfall) is the main source for creating ground water. Hence we must work towards environmental conservation and ensuring that we do not contribute to the changing climatic condition. Also, the rate of discharge of groundwater at regional level should be carefully investigated and monitored. This will prevent groundwater over use or balance loss. It is also important that conscious efforts are being made to prevent groundwater contamination as a result of human activities.
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8 Comments
Greeting israel
I hope you are doing well
Nicely written
Thank you so much for this report.
Keep writing
Green cheers!
Regards
Basanta
Posted 23-03-2020 11:08
Greeting israel
I hope you are doing well!
Thank you so much for this report!
Keep writing
Green cheers
Regards
Hema
Posted 22-03-2020 11:12
Hello israel
I hope you are doing well
Thank you so much for this report.
Regards
Sus
Posted 29-02-2020 21:23
Hello Israel
Thank you for the informative report about the current situation in water contamination. Polluted water resource is probably one of the most severe issues that can directly affect human society. Unfortunately, there is not much sign of efforts for the reduction of water pollution. As you mentioned in your report, some effective actions should be taken as soon as possible.
Again, thank you for the great report.
Keep up with the great work.
Posted 08-12-2019 01:19
Hello Israel
I do hope that you are fine and doing great with your works.
Thank you for your report about Groundwater Situation
Green Cheers from Nepal :)
Keep writing great reports.
We are eager to read more reports from you.
Regards,
Kushal Naharki
Posted 07-12-2019 12:59
Hey Israel,
this is your mentor Lisa.
I think you have a real interesting topic here. I don't think I have seen any other reports on groundwater and since new topics are always welcomed, I appreciate that you have introduced us to the new agenda that is definitely worth our attention.
Overpumping, pollution, and management are problems I believe that nearly all the states in the world are facing. I think this comes to a more serious problem especially for the developing countries since they often lack the development in the drainage and sewage system, they likely supply their water from the groundwater.
Although it is easy for us to neglect problems involving the groundwater for they are not visually accessible, we still have to care about it!
Thanks for the report and great work!
Posted 28-11-2019 23:17
Hello Israel!!
Thanks you so much for your report on Ground water situation,
Keep writing such an informative reports!!!!
Yours,
Sandhya
Posted 28-11-2019 16:31
Hello Israel!!
I hope you are fine and doing great.
Thank you or an informative piece of writing.
Keep writing and shining
Hopr to know more from you.
Warm regards,
Meena
Posted 28-11-2019 16:11