Groundwater crisis deepens in Karnataka’s hard rock terrain

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[An article by The Conversation written by Jean-Christophe Maréchal - Director of Research - Hydrogeologist, BRGM - Jean-Pierre Vergnes - Researcher, BRGM - Sandra Lanini - Researcher, BRGM - Yvan Caballero - Hydrogeologist, BRGM] Surface waters and groundwaters are closely linked, interacting with the surface, on which they are largely dependent. Thus, groundwaters are renewed on the one hand by the diffuse natural recharge brought by the rain …

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By Sascha Vennemann It has become increasingly clear in recent years that the Grafschaft's groundwater is a valuable resource worthy of protection. Hot summers and very uneven annual rainfall are putting pressure on groundwater recharge. In addition, there are increasing requests for groundwater extraction to the licensing authority, the Lower Water Authority of the district. Demand is growing: drinking water suppliers, industry, and agriculture…