Groundwater is rapidly declining across the globe, often at accelerating rates. Researchers now present the largest assessment of groundwater levels around the world, spanning nearly 1,700 aquifers.

Discoveries of aquifers – underground earth formations that hold water – often create excitement around their ability to ease water scarcity in a region. These are welcome announcements. Due to a ...

If you grew up in the Inland Northwest, chances are you learned about the massive underground Spokane Valley/Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer in your school days. It’s gained a sort of mythical status in the ...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A scenario playing out in Louisiana is highlighting the importance of protecting the water supply in Hampton Roads. As of Oct. 5, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was preparing to ...

High Plains Underground Water District Field Technician Supervisor Billy Barron, left, and Permit Administrator Gray Sanders measure a well on May 21, outside of Slaton. Credit: Annie Rice for The ...

Romanskolk, a farm near Brandvlei in the study area, showing what drought looks like. Courtesy Danita Hohne But this is not a lasting solution as climate observations show that rain is falling later ...

Edwards Aquifer leaders explain why we're in “uncharted waters” as San Antonio continues to experience severe drought "We really are in uncharted waters with the amount of people moving to Texas." ...