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Research Feature: Wildfire resilience for small drinking water systems with nature-based treatment
Nature-based drinking water treatment, like biological filtration, offers a cost-effective and low-maintenance alternative for small systems, especially in the face of climate-driven disturbances like wildfires. However, these systems have limitations in removing certain organic compounds and may lack the operational control needed to respond to sudden water quality changes.
Research Feature: Careful application of “Best Management Practices” in forest management can prevent impacts from harvesting on water quality
Effective best management practices can prevent forest harvesting from impacting water quality, challenging common misconceptions. Modern harvesting methods can align closely with both forest and water management goals, supporting sustainable resource use.
Research Feature: Basin morphology and fluvial landforms alter the downstream transport and fate of post fire sediment associated phosphorus potentially reducing risk to water supply
Forested landscape disturbances, such as wildfire and harvesting, can increase sediment and phosphorus transport, impacting water quality and treatment. Strategic water monitoring and climate-resilient forestry practices are essential to mitigate these risks.
Research Feature: Headwater-to-consumer drinking water security assessment framework and associated indicators for small communities in high-income countries
A holistic approach to drinking water security is essential, integrating watershed management, treatment, and distribution, especially for small and remote communities. An indicator-based framework that incorporates community needs can guide decision-making, ensuring sustainable and culturally appropriate water solutions.
Young Professionals Profile: Young professionals find value in hands-on, transdisciplinary training
Find out about three young professionals' experience and training with the forWater Network. Students reflect on the trainings that brought researchers, and partners together to share knowledge on forested watershed conservation and drinking water management. These trainings fostered collaboration, hands-on learning, and career development for emerging professionals across Canada.
Research Feature: Decision tree for treatment of wildfire
A schematic of wildfire impacts on water quality and treatment systems with decision-tree matrix for water utilities to assist in pre-impact planning and resilience strategies. (Jesse/Monica)
