water resources

in kirkuk province Dibis Dam is vulnerable to losing its reservoir capacity due to accumulation of sediments. The estimated year for this occurrence was found through scientific equations due to Vegetation growth in sediment deposits further restricts water flow. Without dredging operations, the reservoir would have reached full sedimentation by 2025 instead of 2065 suggested […]

Tritium (3H) is a radioactive isotope of hydrogen that occurs naturally and can also be produced through human activities, such as nuclear reactions and atmospheric testing of nuclear weapons. In drinking water, tritium is typically found in the form of tritiated water (HTO), where one or both hydrogen atoms in an H₂O molecule are replaced

The consumption of drinking water in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) surpasses international standards, with a daily production of 300 to 350 liters per person. Future challenges include climate change impacting rainfall patterns and temperature, increasing vulnerability to drought and environmental challenges, increasing water scarcity by region, population growth and urbanization, and competition for

This presentation highlights the critical role of water in community, focusing on its importance for public health, the economy, and environmental balance. It discusses global and regional water challenges—such as scarcity, pollution, and climate change—then explores sustainable management strategies, including conservation, infrastructure investment, and technological advancements. Special attention is given to Iraq’s water crisis, emphasizing

Infrastructure is a fundamental pillar of effective water resource management, ensuring the availability, quality, and sustainability of water systems. Traditional approaches often focus on isolated solutions, while Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) emphasizes smart, decentralized, and nature-based infrastructure to enhance resilience against water scarcity and environmental challenges. Key components such as efficient water distribution, wastewater

Water reuse is gaining momentum as a reliable freshwater source, shifting wastewater management from disposal to reuse and resource recovery. Effective management practices, technological innovation, and regulatory policies offer opportunities for water reuse. Reuse benefits include environmental protection, water scarcity, energy efficiency, and sustainability. The new framework for reuse includes water quality standards and the

Water conservation is about more than buying new gadgets, it’s about changing your habits. Obviously, if only 1% of clean on earth is drinkable and the population continues to grow, we have to reduce the consumption of clean water or find ways to reuse water. Presented by/ Dr. Jehan Mohammed Fattah

Water resources management in Kurdistan faces a range of complex challenges, including water scarcity, pollution, climate change, political fragmentation, inadequate infrastructure, and rapid urbanization. Despite the presence of major rivers and groundwater reserves, these issues hinder sustainable development and water security. Addressing them requires integrated management approaches, improved infrastructure, water conservation, cross-border cooperation, policy and

In Erbil City, municipal wastewater (MWW) is often discharged directly into the natural environment without undergoing any treatment. In some areas, this untreated wastewater is even used for irrigation, posing serious risks to public health and the environment. Variations in water quantity and quality have created significant challenges for the region’s water sources. Additionally, there

      Estimating Mean Residence Time of Groundwater in Central Basin Erbil Using Environmental Isotopes is the study focuses on assessing how long groundwater remains underground before discharging or being extracted, using isotopic tracers as natural indicators. Environmental stable isotope analysis to determine the mean residence time (MRT) of groundwater in Erbil’s central basin. Focusing on