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  1. 1. Comparing Groundwater Drawdown with Estimated Influence Radius – A Case Study of Infrastructural Projects in Sweden

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Luft-, vatten- och landskapslära

    Author : Staffan Druid; [2022]
    Keywords : Influence radius; analytical formula; groundwater lowering; sensitivity; Influensradie; analytisk beräkning; grundvattenavsänkning; känslighet;

    Abstract : Infrastructural projects may sometimes require excavation of soils and the groundwater table to be lowered, temporarily or permanently. As there are risks in connection to groundwater lowering, the extent of the affected area is of interest. READ MORE

  3. 2. Data interpolation for groundwater modelling : How choice of interpolation method and sample size affect the modelling results

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

    Author : Frida Agerberg; [2020]
    Keywords : Geohydrology; Groundwater; Modelling; Interpolation; SEEP W; Surfer; Geohydrologi; Grundvatten; Modellering; Interpolering; SEEP W; Surfer;

    Abstract : Over the past several decades, the use of groundwater modelling has been increasing in order to better evaluate the complexities inherent in hydrogeological calculations. Information required for groundwater modelling is for example elevation of soil and bedrock layers, which often is collected by drilling. READ MORE

  4. 3. Foundations for generations : Sustainability in wind power planning

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Felix Söderberg; [2019]
    Keywords : Wind power; foundations; GIS; regional planning; MCA;

    Abstract : The demand for sustainable energy generation is constantly growing and with it comes higher demands on minimizing greenhouse gas emissions. This means not only finding ways of cleaner production processes from cradle to grave but also reducing the material use, extending the lifespan of constructions and finding ways to re-use and re-cycle materials. READ MORE

  5. 4. Hydrological and hydrogeological consequences of rapid and large-scale urbanization

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Väg- och vattenbyggnad (CI); Lunds universitet/Teknisk geologi

    Author : Archana Ema Akhilesh; [2018]
    Keywords : Rapid and large-scale urbanization; ArcGIS; HEC-HMS; surface runoff; surface infiltration.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Urbanization is a process where rural population move to urban places for better job opportunities and facilities. This is a natural process and more or less unavoidable. But when this process takes place rapidly and at large -scale, the urban cities will undergo various changes that will impact the environment. READ MORE

  6. 5. Use of Domestic Water Supplies and the Range of Available Water Sources : Are There Needs for Improved Water Sources in Bumilayinga, Tanzania?

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Kajsa Enhörning; [2016]
    Keywords : Water resources; Water development; Rural water points; Groundwater estimations; T anzania; Vattentillgång; Grundvattenuppskattning; Hållbar utveckling; Landsbygdsbrunnar; Tanzania;

    Abstract : Abstract Use of Domestic Water Supplies and the Range of Available Water Sources: Are There Needs for Improved Water Sources in Bumilayinga, Tanzania?  Throughout history society ́s supply of domestic water has been a large concern for example placing limitation to development in many rural areas. In Tanzania, water plays a critical role in providing livelihood opportunities and sustaining the health and welfare of rural families. READ MORE