USask is leading an initiative to monitor freshwater systems across Canada. The Global Water Futures Observatories network covers 64 basins, lakes, rivers and wetlands.
is spearheading a nationwide system with other Canadian universities to monitor Canada ’s freshwater systems and have an early warning detection system in place.
The Global Water Futures Observatories is a network of observation and monitoring stations across the country that covers 64 basins, lakes, rivers and wetlands, 15 measurement systems and 18 water labs. “USask experts have set a precedent of being the best in Canada when it comes to water research. We look forward to seeing the endeavours of our water researchers with the support of Global Water Futures Observatories resources as they continue to find creative ways for better use of water resources to serve Saskatchewan and Canada’s growing population and economic enterprise, and be what the world needs in this vital field,” said Baljit Singh, vice-president of research at USask.
“The funding provided to GWFO shows our government recognizes the importance of critical and informed research into our water resources. The ongoing efforts of those running GWFO facilities, or using its data, will play a key role in determining the security and sustainability of Canada’s freshwater,” John Pomeroy, director of GWFO said.
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