Kootenay Watershed Science (KWS) is a community-driven project that was spurred into action by concern over climate change impacts and the lack of watershed monitoring in the Kootenay region. Along with its parent organization, Living Lakes Canada, a water stewardship NGO whose work was founded in the Columbia Basin, this project aims to further understand… Continue Reading »
The Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks are designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their “exceptional natural beauty”. The seven parks – Banff, Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, Mount Robson, Mount Assiniboine, and Hamber – are known for their scenic mountain peaks, meadows, canyons, caves, hot springs, and glaciers. Their pristine alpine lakes also draw millions of visitors to the parks each year. But as we hear so often… Continue Reading »
Lithuanian speleologists (cavers) are using Solinst Leveloggers to collect water level data from some of the deepest caves on Earth! Between 2008 and 2012, cavers completed four expeditions to the Krubera Cave—the world’s deepest. During an expedition in 2008, two Leveloggers were deployed more than 1700 metres… Continue Reading »
According to the Canadian Disaster Database, “disaster floods” are occurring more often, and in general, the US National Climate Assessment reports that heavy rainfall events are on the rise worldwide. With flood events and destructive downpours intensifying—much of which can be attributed to climate change—the need for more detailed flood data is growing. More accurate… Continue Reading »
Globally, agricultural producers are facing tougher rules and challenges when it comes to water use and water quality associated with their operations. In Canada, the Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food (AAFC) conducts research in support of agricultural producers, providing them with the latest information to help them succeed. As part of their initiatives,… Continue Reading »
Stormwater monitoring is ever increasing in importance. With continued development and urbanization, comes the loss of green space—space that once absorbed stormwater runoff. These areas are replaced by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. Altering land-use leads to considerable changes in the natural drainage pattern. Continue Reading »
Irrigated agriculture in Peru has been an important part of the country’s growth and development, dating back before the Incan Empire. Recently, concerns including water stress, declining water quality, and vulnerability to climate change have induced a push from the Peruvian government to improve the performance of the existing irrigation systems. The National Water Authority… Continue Reading »
The new Biofoul Screen is designed to fit onto the sensor end of any Levelogger model. The natural anti-fouling characteristics of copper protects the sensors from build-up of unwanted microorganisms, plants, algae, or organisms such as barnacles or mussels, which could affect the reliability of the sensor readings. Continue Reading »
