Article
Engineering, Civil
Yeqiang Wen, Heyang Wan, Songhao Shang, Khalil Ur Rahman
Summary: This study developed a monthly distributed agrohydrological model (DAHMID) based on remote sensing and groundwater depth measurements for studying agro-hydrological processes in arid irrigation districts. The results showed that interior drainage plays an important role in the climate processes of arid irrigation districts, and evapotranspiration is the major water consumption. Irrigation has a significant impact on soil water and groundwater depth.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
S. Er-Raki, E. Bouras, J. C. Rodriguez, C. J. Watts, C. Lizarraga-Celaya, A. Chehbouni
Summary: This study validates the AquaCrop model's ability to simulate canopy cover, actual evapotranspiration, total soil water content, biomass, and fruit yield in vineyards, and provides accurate agricultural water management recommendations. The model showed good performance and can be used as an operational tool to improve irrigation management in water-scarce regions.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bibek Acharya, Vivek Sharma
Summary: The study compared four remote sensing models for quantifying and mapping ETc in the semi-arid to arid inter-mountain region of Big Horn Basin, Wyoming, and found that METRIC performed the best across all land cover types, followed by SEBS, S-SEBI, and SEBAL. All SEB models generally overestimated ETc and underestimated sensible heat fluxes under dry conditions.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohd Anul Haq, Mohd Yawar Ali Khan
Summary: Agriculture is crucial for a country's population growth and economic expansion. However, estimating crop water requirements in arid environments is challenging. This study successfully used high-resolution satellite data and environmental data to estimate water consumption for seven crops in Saudi Arabia. The analysis showed promising results and highlighted the potential of this method for wider application.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Charles J. Newell, Emily B. Stockwell, Jessica Alanis, David T. Adamson, Kenneth L. Walker, R. Hunter Anderson
Summary: This article aims to summarize the concept of M-d as it applies to PFAS-impacted sites, present standardized terminology, and collate published literature on groundwater recharge for a practitioner-level summary of practical methods. Ultimately, a framework is presented for the assessment of PFAS-impacted source areas based on the concept of M-d.
VADOSE ZONE JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Levesque, Julien Walter, Romain Chesnaux, Sebastien Dugas, David Noel
Summary: This study presents typical values of electrical resistivity for common saturated and unsaturated sediments in Quebec in the form of a resistivity chart. A database consisting of geophysical investigations, stratigraphic and hydrogeological data was used to establish this resistivity chart. The chart proposes ranges of resistivity for fourteen classes of sediments, including seven which have not been previously studied. A standardized method was employed to ensure accuracy and eliminate outliers, providing reliable data for assessing groundwater resources.
ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Seyed Hamid Ahmadi, Mohammad Reza Reis Ghorra, Ali Reza Sepaskhah
Summary: The AquaCrop model was used to simulate the growth of potatoes in a hot semi-arid environment, and different irrigation managements were studied. The results showed that the model performed well in simulating potato growth and could be used as a reliable tool for irrigation water management and decision-making in potato production.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Min-Hui Lo, Wen-Ying Wu, Lois Iping Tang, Dongryeol Ryu, Mehnaz Rashid, Ren-Jie Wu
Summary: This study investigates the temporal evolution of land surface coupling strength during a large-scale flood event in northern Australia, revealing a shift in ET regimes in wet regions that leads to a decline in LCS. This temporal variation has important implications for realistic parameterization of land-atmosphere coupling.
JOURNAL OF CLIMATE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shubham A. Gade, Devidas D. Khedkar
Summary: Climate change and human activities have greatly affected the hydrological cycle, making it important to study the impact of climate change on water management at a regional level. This study used the SDSM model to simulate the potential impact of climate change on crop water requirements in Western Maharashtra, India. The results showed an increase in future ET0 with seasonal variations.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Talyana Kadja de Melo, Jose Espinola Sobrinho, Jose Franscimar de Medeiros, Vladimir Batista Figueiredo, Edmilson Gomes Cavalcante Junior, Tayd Dayvison Custodio Peixoto, Francisco Vanies da Silva Sa
Summary: This study investigated the future impact of climate change on melon phenology and water demand in a semi-arid region in Brazil. The results showed that increased air temperature and relative humidity will affect the growth cycle and water demand of melon cultivars. The study also found that different melon varieties have different sensitivities to climate change.
Article
Plant Sciences
Yaru Zhang, Jing Zhang, Jianyang Xia, Yahui Guo, Yongshuo H. Fu
Summary: This study analyzed the interannual changes in seasonal water use efficiency (WUE) in the Luanhe River basin, a typical semiarid region of China, from 1988 to 2015, using multiple long-term remote sensing datasets. The study also discussed the potential associations between phenology and WUE. The findings showed that spring WUE increased and autumn WUE decreased across most of the study area. The study also revealed the contrasting correlations between WUE and phenology parameters in the upper reaches and middle-lower reaches regions.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Saumava Dey, Anirban Dhar
Summary: This paper introduces a mass-conservative finite volume solver for simulating the dynamics of regional-scale subsurface flow systems, using a stable and adaptive time-stepping algorithm and parallel computation technique to ensure smooth convergence and accelerate the computation process.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Yuan Qiu, Yaqiong Fan, Yang Chen, Xinmei Hao, Sien Li, Shaozhong Kang
Summary: The study found that alfalfa dry matter and water use efficiency decreased significantly when under water and salinity stress, with simultaneous stress having a more severe impact. Soil electrical conductivity is an effective indicator for predicting alfalfa yield on saline soils.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Xingming Hao, Zhuoyi Zhao, Xue Fan, Jingjing Zhang, Sen Zhang
Summary: This study estimated the evapotranspiration of natural vegetation in the plain area of the Tarim River Basin using remote sensing image data, and analyzed the dynamics of the ecological water demand (EWD) of natural vegetation. A new analytical framework was proposed to measure the minimum and optimum EWD of natural vegetation in inland arid areas, based on the concept of latitude. The results showed that the average minimum and optimum EWD of natural vegetation was 105.45 and 135.53 mm, respectively.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Juan Antonio Bellido-Jimenez, Javier Estevez, Amanda Penelope Garcia-Marin
Summary: The study evaluates various neural network approaches for estimating Reference Evapotranspiration (ET0) and finds that the use of new variables such as EnergyT and Hourmin can improve accuracy, especially in humid regions. Among the models tested, Multilayer Perceptron (MLP) and Extreme Learning Machine (ELM) stand out as reliable options for accurately estimating ET0 in locations with limited data acquisition.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Larisa D. Radnaeva, Tcogto Zh. Bazarzhapov, Valentina G. Shiretorova, Svetlana V. Zhigzhitzhapova, Elena P. Nikitina, Elena P. Dylenova, Galina S. Shirapova, Olga D. Budaeva, Andrey N. Beshentsev, Endon Zh. Garmaev, Ping Wang, Suocheng Dong, Zehong Li, Arnold K. Tulokhonov
Summary: This study analyzed the water level changes and physicochemical parameters of Lake Gusinoe, a key object in the Selenga River basin. The results showed significant increases in mineralization, sulfate, sodium, fluoride, and resistant organic matter fractions, as well as seasonal increases in iron and manganese concentrations in the water. The study also found that heavy metals accumulated mainly in the sediment of the deep zone of the lake and in plants growing near the discharge sites and power plant.
Article
Engineering, Civil
S. P. Pozdniakov, V. A. Lekhov, V. A. Bakshevskaia
Summary: This study proposes a solution for long-term waste migration prediction by using an auxiliary 3D high-resolution model to estimate hydraulic heterogeneity parameters. The study finds that thickness heterogeneity of low-permeability hydrofacies has a significant impact on subsurface contaminant spreading.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Shiqi Liu, Ping Wang, Jingjie Yu, Tianye Wang, Hongyan Cai, Qiwei Huang, Sergey P. Pozdniakov, Yichi Zhang, Ekaterina S. Kazak
Summary: The increasing winter streamflow of major Arctic rivers has been well documented. The study focused on four Arctic rivers with relatively few dam effects and analyzed their climate change-related responses in winter streamflow. The results showed that winter streamflow increased significantly from 1980 to 2019, with the highest increase observed in early winter. Late winter streamflow was particularly sensitive to air temperature changes, potentially due to permafrost degradation. The different change rates in winter streamflow among the four river basins were determined by permafrost degradation and related baseflow discharge processes.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Hongwei Ruan, Jingjie Yu, Ping Wang, Lingang Hao, Zhenlong Wang
Summary: In order to address the challenges of arid transboundary river water management in Central Asian countries, this study conducted a comprehensive analysis of water supply and requirements in the Syr Darya Basin, and proposed a climate adaptation strategy. The research revealed the impact of reservoir regulation, crop structure, and climate change on water stress in the basin, and suggested the planting of a winter wheat rotation and low water consuming crops as an effective approach for coping with water scarcity and climate change in the region.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tcogto Zh. Bazarzhapov, Valentina G. Shiretorova, Larisa D. Radnaeva, Elena P. Nikitina, Bator V. Sodnomov, Bair Z. Tsydypov, Valentin S. Batomunkuev, Vasilii V. Taraskin, Suocheng Dong, Zehong Li, Ping Wang
Summary: Currently, climate change is a growing concern, particularly for Lake Baikal, a World Natural Heritage site. The Russian part of the Selenga watershed provides a suitable location for researching climate change. Understanding the changes in precipitation, runoff, and chemical runoff is crucial for managing water resources sustainably.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shiqi Liu, Ping Wang, Qiwei Huang, Olga I. I. Gabysheva, Zehong Li, Jialing Zhang, Ekaterina S. S. Kazak, Yu Liu, Tcogto Zh. Bazarzhapov, Raisa N. N. Shpakova, Viktor A. A. Gabyshev, Sergey P. P. Pozdniakov, Natalia L. L. Frolova
Summary: The study constructed the Eastern Siberian River Chemistry (ESRC) database, collecting water sample data from different sources and providing data on climate variables, discharge, and trace elements. This database is valuable for understanding the water chemistry characteristics in Eastern Siberia and assessing their changes.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xunming Wang, Quansheng Ge, Xin Geng, Zhaosheng Wang, Lei Gao, Brett A. Bryan, Shengqian Chen, Yanan Su, Diwen Cai, Jiansheng Ye, Jimin Sun, Huayu Lu, Huizheng Che, Hong Cheng, Hongyan Liu, Baoli Liu, Zhibao Dong, Shixiong Cao, Ting Hua, Siyu Chen, Fubao Sun, Geping Luo, Zhenting Wang, Shi Hu, Duanyang Xu, Mingxing Chen, Danfeng Li, Fa Liu, Xinliang Xu, Dongmei Han, Yang Zheng, Feiyan Xiao, Xiaobin Li, Ping Wang, Fahu Chen
Summary: Since the early 2000s, China has implemented grain-for-green and grazing exclusion practices in the desertification-prone region, but the impacts of these practices on the environment and socioeconomic factors are still unclear. This study quantifies and compares changes in vegetation cover with economic and population data before and after the implementation of environmental programs. The results reveal that climate change and CO2 fertilization play a significant role in vegetation rehabilitation, but the decline in farmers' and herders' incomes exceeds the government subsidies. To minimize economic hardships and enhance policy investments, China needs to adapt its environmental programs to address the potential impacts of climate change and create positive synergies.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuong Thanh Le, Duong Van Do, Duong Binh Nguyen, Ping Wang
Summary: In the last few decades, the coastlines of the Mekong Delta have experienced severe erosion, mainly due to strong waves during the Northeast Monsoon. Various types of breakwaters have been designed and built to mitigate erosion, with inclined and porous breakwaters being a focus of this study. Laboratory experiments showed that these breakwaters significantly reduce wave energy compared to inclined breakwaters, due to transmission, reflection, and diffraction. The study also explored the impact of porosity on sediment-laden seawater penetration and found that porous breakwaters promote sediment accumulation and facilitate the growth of mangrove belts.
Article
Water Resources
Lingang Hao, Ping Wang, Boris Gojenko, Jingjie Yu, Aifeng Lv, Fadong Li, Shavkat Kenjabaev, Rashid Kulmatov, Fazliddin Khikmatov
Summary: In this study, water chemistry data from the Amu Darya River (ADR) basin were collected for 50 years (1970-2019) to understand the patterns and mechanisms of river salinization. The results showed an increasing trend of salinity along the river course, with higher salinity downstream. Secondary salinization was identified as the main controlling process, and it has accelerated in recent years due to intensified agricultural activities.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY-REGIONAL STUDIES
(2023)
Review
Agronomy
Tianye Wang, Zening Wu, Ping Wang, Tonghua Wu, Yichi Zhang, Jun Yin, Jingjie Yu, Huiliang Wang, Xinjian Guan, Hongshi Xu, Dengming Yan, Denghua Yan
Summary: Global dryland areas are expanding due to climate change, leading to increased drought occurrences. The water stress in these areas is projected to further increase, posing a threat to dryland ecosystem sustainability. Despite limited research progress, the interactions between plants and groundwater are receiving increasing attention.
AGRICULTURAL AND FOREST METEOROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Zongxu Yu, Yichi Zhang, Ping Wang, Jingjie Yu, Tianye Wang, Shangyu Shi
Summary: The study analysed the long-term trends and nonlinear relationship between terrestrial water storage anomaly (TWSA) and normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI). It found that TWSA has a significant impact on NDVI changes, leading to vegetation browning and greening in different regions. These findings provide insights for understanding the relationship between vegetation and water resource management.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bing Bai, Qiwei Huang, Ping Wang, Shiqi Liu, Yichi Zhang, Tianye Wang, Sergey P. P. Pozdniakov, Natalia L. L. Frolova, Jingjie Yu
Summary: Climate warming globally affects the hydrological regime, amplifying evapotranspiration and precipitation. However, the response of small river basins to climate change is complex and not yet thoroughly understood.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tcogto Zh. Bazarzhapov, Valentina G. Shiretorova, Larisa D. Radnaeva, Elena P. Nikitina, Selmeg V. Bazarsadueva, Galina S. Shirapova, Suocheng Dong, Zehong Li, Shiqi Liu, Ping Wang
Summary: This study investigated the heavy metal pollution in the Lake Gusinoe basin in Russia. The results showed low pollution levels overall, but moderate pollution in the central part of the lake. Fresh water scarcity and heavy metal pollution are important issues in global climate change.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ping Wang, Qiwei Huang, Shiqi Liu, Yu Liu, Zehong Li, Sergey P. Pozdniakov, Tianye Wang, Ekaterina S. Kazak, Natalia L. Frolova, Olga I. Gabysheva, Jialing Zhang, Bing Bai, Jingjie Yu, Leilei Min, Raisa N. Shpakova, Lingang Hao, Viktor A. Gabyshev
Summary: Understanding the effects of climate warming on hydrogeochemical processes, especially in permafrost-dominated areas, is crucial. However, the natural background levels of chemical components in eastern Siberian rivers from permafrost-dominated regions and their responses to climate warming have not been adequately quantified. This study addresses this knowledge gap by analyzing a comprehensive river water chemistry database. The results reveal that the concentration of total dissolved solids (TDS) is approximately 2.3 times higher in river basins predominantly free of permafrost than in permafrost-dominated river basins in eastern Siberia. Additionally, the study finds that carbonate weathering, which plays a fundamental role in the global carbon cycle, is a predominant process controlling hydrogeochemical cycles and is sensitive to climate warming. The findings provide evidence that climate warming is already affecting freshwater quality and accelerating hydrogeochemical processes in permafrost-dominated Arctic basins.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Shangyu Shi, Ping Wang, Xiaoyun Zhan, Jianqiao Han, Minghang Guo, Fei Wang
Summary: This study used an elastic net regression model to investigate the sensitivity of vegetation on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (QTP) to climate factors. The findings reveal that climate change is the main driver of vegetation changes on the QTP, with precipitation playing a more important role in vegetation growth.