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Collaborative Water Program returns to the Grand River to build the next generation of water leaders
In September, the Collaborative Water Program (CWP) welcomed back graduate students from across the University to join the WATER 602 course, a field course on integrated water management set in the Grand River watershed. The course returned to the Grand River, visiting with partners from the headwaters to Six Nations. The goal was help train the next generation of water leaders by helping students understand the complex trade-offs in water management and the tools for addressing them, learning first-hand from a wide range of partners.
Announcing the 2024-25 Water Institute WaterTalks series
The Water Institute is excited to announce its 2024-25 WaterTalks, a five-part speaker series designed to explore cutting-edge insights into today’s most pressing water challenges. This year’s lineup brings together leading experts who will share innovative approaches to water management, addressing complex issues like environmental risk, water contaminants, environmental justice, and advanced resource recovery.
Research showcase offers a glimpse into the work of early career faculty
The Water Institute is excited to host its inaugural event showcasing the research of early career faculty. Covering topics such as climate smart agriculture, remote sensing of freshwater lakes, GHG dynamics in waterbodies and interconnections in water-energy-food systems, eight faculty members from across four faculties and six departments/schools will share a glimpse into their research on October 31st.
