Development of innovative technologies to exploit groundwater resources in mountainous regions in order to achieve a sustainable supply of unpolluted high-quality water

Research Project Outline

In order to mitigate water problems that will intensify with climate change, and to achieve a sustainable supply of unpolluted high-quality water, it is essential to exploit natural water resources that are safe from contamination and disasters. By effectively combining hydrological observations, remote sensing, and geophysical surveys, this study develops innovative technologies to discover and exploit groundwater resources in mountainous headwater regions efficiently. These technologies enable the utilization of mountains, which cover 73% of the national landmass, as natural reservoirs. As a result, it is expected that diverse water resources will be ensured, which will contribute to the achievement of a sustainable supply of unpolluted high-quality water, and the occurrence of floods and sediment disasters will be mitigated.

Research Director
Ken'ichirouKosugi
Affiliation
Associate Professor, Kyoto University
Research Started
2011
Status
ongoing
Research Area
Innovative Technology and System for Sustainable Water Use
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