Convenors: Christoph Schüth und Randolf Rausch
Session language: English

Topic:
Arid hydrogeology and water management in arid regions have some particularities that result from the specific climatic conditions in these areas. In general, the potential evaporation by far exceeds the precipitation limiting groundwater recharge. The smart management of the water resources is therefore of overriding importance. This requires a sound understanding of the local and regional hydrogeological conditions, available resources and water budgets, ideally leading to an integrative resources management approach.

In this session contributions related to all aspects of arid hydrogeology (quantification of water cycles, characterization of aquifers, resources management) are welcome.