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2. Overview of This Special IssueThis Special Issue includes twenty original contributions focused on Yellow River basin management under pressure. Considering the unique regional characteristics of the Yellow River in China, the…

3.1.1. Socio-Economic DevelopmentThe changes in the ecological environment of the river basin are closely linked to the socio-economic development within the PRB. Since the establishment of the People’s Republic of China, the economic…

1. IntroductionThe fierce global warming and human activities have had significant impacts on vegetation , and vegetation degradation is an important external expression of vulnerability . Land use changes and intensified environmental…

1. IntroductionA landscape pattern (LP) is defined as the specific manifestation of landscape heterogeneity in space under the combined influence of natural factors and human management activities . It additionally functions as a…

During the RP, the observed mean annual streamflow of UTW was 643.2 m3/s. Under RCP 2.6 (4.5), the streamflow tends to decline by 642.6, 642 and 639.4 (609.0, 594 and 582) m3/s for P1, P2 and P3, respectively. A greater decrease in mean…

This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Submission received: 28 February 2024 / Revised: 21 March 2024 / Accepted: 22 March 2024 / Published: 24 March 2024 Abstract As an…

This new relationship pairs the depth and breadth of Michael Baker’s engineering and consulting expertise with Tidal Basin’s extensive experience and comprehensive suite of services relative to preparedness, mitigation, response,…

1. IntroductionAccess to clean water, green energy, and food are essential to ensure life expectancy and well-being. Sustainable access to and management of these resources is a foundation for long-term economic growth and ecological…

(WEST TRENTON, N.J.) - The flood warning system for the Delaware River and some of its feeder streams is being upgraded, a move aimed at reducing flood losses in future years.The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and National Weather Service…

3.1. Temporal Analysis of Precipitation, Runoff, and Temperature (1994–2018) 3.1.1. Interannual Variation of Runoff, Precipitation, and TemperatureTemporal variations in hydroclimatic conditions were observed in the Dayekou Basin over…

3.1. Environmental FactorsIn May, Kalamagai Town (S10) had the highest water temperature and the lowest dissolved oxygen; the water temperature of the Qinggri River Twin Bridges (S2) was the lowest, but the dissolved oxygen was the…

For Immediate Release December 18, 2001 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) - With reservoir storage and ground water supplies well below seasonable averages, the Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) today declared a drought emergency in the 13,539…

The MDB water market facilitates the trading of two types of water rights: (a) water entitlements (permanent water), categorized as high-security, general-security, or low-security entitlements, and (b) water allocations (temporary…

1. IntroductionDrought is among the world’s most significant climatic phenomena, due to the extensive harm and losses it causes . Moreover, droughts are becoming more frequent and complex . According to relevant organizations, drought…

1. IntroductionWater governance in northwestern Europe has traditionally focused on flood risk prevention and management and on improving water quality . However, three consecutive dry summers (2018, 2019, and 2020) also showed that…

For Immediate Release February 20, 2003 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.)  - Heavy snow pack and the forecast for warmer temperatures and rain this coming weekend have increased the potential for flooding in the Delaware River Basin. The recent snow…

For Immediate Release May 19, 2003 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.)  - Looking for a spot to launch your boat, or get an idea of how much water is flowing in a river or stream? Check out "i-Map DelBasin," an internet mapping project that features…

The International Continental Scientific Drilling Project of the Songliao Basin has revealed crucial information for understanding past and future climate trends and…

Figure 1. Geospatial overview of Hulan River Basin study area. Figure 1. Geospatial overview of Hulan River Basin study area. Figure 2. Temporal variations of land use in Hulan River Basin (1980–2020). Figure 2.…

1. IntroductionEcosystem services offer various direct or indirect positive benefits of nature to people, which are categorized by the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MEM) as provisioning, regulating, cultural, and supporting services…

For Immediate Release September 10, 2004 Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner will be joined by Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Federal Representative Brigadier General Merdith W.B. Temple, Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Catherine…

For Immediate Release September 15, 2006 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.)  -- The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) will hold a public hearing during its regularly scheduled business meeting on September 27, 2006, at 1:30 p.m. to consider…

For Immediate Release October 25, 2006 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.)  -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier announced that the newly formed Interstate Flood Mitigation Task Force met today for the first…

For Immediate Release November 29, 2006 (MARY D, Pa.)  -- Good morning. I welcome all of you and thank you for attending this important groundbreaking event for the Mary D Recreation Facility and local mine drainage treatment sites. This…

This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Submission received: 25 January 2024 / Revised: 8 March 2024 / Accepted: 13 March 2024 / Published: 16 March 2024 Abstract Remote…

First Meeting To Be Held In Delhi, N.Y. On Feb. 8 For Immediate Release January 31, 2007 (WEST TRENTON N.J.)  -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier today announced that the first of four meetings…

For Immediate Release February 1, 2007 (WEST TRENTON N.J.)  -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier today announced three additional February meetings to give the public an opportunity to provide…

For Immediate Release March 21, 2007 (WEST TRENTON N.J.)  -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier announced that two hearings will be held on March 27 to give the public an opportunity to provide…

1. IntroductionDuring the last two decades of the 21st century, global mean temperature increases of 0.99 °C (2001–2020) and 1.09 °C (2011–2020) were observed compared to 1850–1900, with larger increases over lands (1.59 °C) compared to…

For Immediate Release July 17, 2007 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.)  -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier today announced that the Delaware River Basin Interstate Flood Mitigation Task Force has completed…

For Immediate Release October 2, 2007 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) -- The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) at its September 26 meeting directed commission staff to begin the public rulemaking process to implement an amended Flexible Flow…

For Immediate Release December 3, 2007 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier announced the schedule for informational meetings and a public hearing to be held on proposed…

For Immediate Release January 17, 2008 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier today announced that the period for submitting written comments on proposed regulations to…

1. IntroductionSizeable and intensive livestock industries have been emerging throughout the world to meet the increasing population’s demand for animal-based foods , resulting in massive manure production . However, inadequate animal…

For Immediate Release June 9, 2008 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) -- The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) today announced that it has informed Stone Energy Corporation that it will need to apply for and receive approval from the commission…

1. IntroductionActively combating global warming has become a consensus of all mankind. As the largest developing country, China has actively assumed the responsibility of carbon emission reduction and has put forward the goal of…

1. IntroductionActively combating global warming has become a consensus of all mankind. As the largest developing country, China has actively assumed the responsibility of carbon emission reduction and has put forward the goal of…

For Immediate Release March 12, 2009 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) --  Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Carol R. Collier announced that the five-member agency comprised of Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York…

Starting around June 13 and lasting up to a week based on weather conditions, a helicopter will make flights over portions of the Colorado River near Granby, Colo., from Windy Gap Reservoir downstream to Hot Sulphur Springs.   Helicopter…

1. IntroductionAs an important component of ecosystem services, carbon storage is considered to be the most practical and environmentally friendly way to reduce the greenhouse effect, and is essential for assessing the health of…

High salinity can limit water available for agriculture, drinking water, aquatic life and infrastructure, with significant impacts to the economy and human health. Salt occurs naturally in water, but salt loads are influenced by…

1. IntroductionDrought, a pervasive and recurrent natural hazard, profoundly impacts diverse facets of human endeavors globally . The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, in its Sixth Assessment Report, emphasizes that climate…

For Immediate Release September 24, 2010 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) -- The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) today issued a lower basin drought warning for the portion of the watershed downstream from Montague, N.J. “Low flows in the…

For Immediate Release November 1, 2010 (WEST TRENTON, N.J.) -- The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) announced that it has terminated the lower basin drought warning for the portion of the watershed downstream from Montague, N.J.…

1. IntroductionClimate change is anticipated to significantly amplify the hydrological cycle, thereby heightening the risks associated with floods and droughts in the foreseeable future . This phenomenon, driven by alterations in…

The concentrations of five basic water quality parameters of the 63 centralized industrial WWTPs in the Yellow River basin are presented in Figure 3a. The average influent COD, BOD, NH3-N, TN and TP concentrations were 323.3, 145.9,…

1. IntroductionRice is a major agricultural commodity in Thailand and an important contributor to the country’s economy. According to data from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Thailand was the world’s…

Is Our Water Safe to Drink? Are Fish Plentiful and Safe to Eat? What Problems Might We Encounter in the Future? Will We Have Enough Water to Drink and to Grow Our Food? What Will Be the Water Legacy for Our Children?   In the Delaware…

For Immediate Release March 6, 2024 (West Trenton, N.J.) -- Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) Executive Director Steve Tambini announced today at the Commission's Quarterly Business Meeting that he will retire effective December 1.…

1. IntroductionIn the context of global warming, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events such as droughts, floods and high temperatures have increased significantly . Among many meteorological disasters, drought is one of…