Land Subsidence Mitigation: Aquifer Recharge Using Treated Wastewater Injection
SKU: 20838
This book examines the process of injecting treated wastewater into wells to replenish aquifers, and thereby slow the process of land subsidence, and help to mitigate coastal flooding.
Description
This book explains how up to 50% of sea-level rise may be due to land subsidence, and up to 50% of land subsidence may be due to aquifer compaction. The concepts covered discuss replenishing aquifers with clean water to reduce nutrient discharges into waterways; providing a sustainable supply of groundwater; reducing the rate of land subsidence; and protecting the groundwater from saltwater intrusion. Practical case studies from Virginia and California are included.