CSIRO Aims to Create a 'Weather Service' for Water Quality
Program and Remote Sensing Research Centre); and international collaborators including CSIRO Chile; Hanoi University of Mining and Geology; Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus; University of California, Davis; University of California, Merced; Vietnam’s National Center for Water Resources and Investigation
Teledyne RD Instruments Expands Its Sales Network in China
, announced a restructure of its distribution network in China to improve service for local customers.TRDI said it has expanded its existing relationship with Xiamen Lawlink Development Co., Ltd., located in Xiamen, China. Xiamen Lawlink will now distribute TRDI’s full line of ADCPs for water resources applications. To maximize its reach, the company will continue to work with five existing regional representatives: Guangzhou Hestoon Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., Yellow River Hydro Science Co., Ltd., Jiangsu NAIWCH Co., Ltd., Nanjing Hengshui Technology Co., Ltd., and Wuhan Long Ya Technologies
Research Buoys Deployed in Lake Michigan
30 minutes.“These buoys and data will support a broader understanding of Great Lakes processes and will provide users with near real-time information,” Van Sumeren said.NMC’ offers students the opportunity to gain skills, knowledge and understanding of the world’s dynamic water resources by earning a bachelor’s degree in Marine Technology. Graduates of the bachelor’s program have 100-percent employment in the marine industry. Associate degrees in Engineering Technology-Marine and Freshwater Studies are also available
NOAA Forecasts Average Summer 'Dead Zone' in the Gulf of Mexico
build models of nutrient sources and hotspots within the watershed.“Long-term USGS monitoring shows that nitrogen loading to the Gulf decreased then stabilized since 1985, while phosphorus loading increased during part of that same period,” said Don Cline, Associate Director of the USGS Water Resources Mission Area. “A new USGS study indicates these trends are partly explained by nutrient inputs like fertilizer, but notes other factors such as agricultural management practices and nutrients accumulated in the past were also likely important, particularly for phosphorus.”The Interagency
Ship Designed to Collect Ocean Plastic and Convert It to Clean Hydrogen
;with several ports worldwide.Michael Stusch, CEO of H2-Industries, said, “It is becoming increasingly clear that the shipping industry can make a positive impact on reducing global emissions. At H2-Industries, the plan is to help decarbonize industry and power generation, while cleaning up our water resources and converting pollutants into an energy source. To achieve this, we are looking for investors. Once the investment is in place, we expect each ship will be built within roughly 24 months.”According to the project partners, one constraining factor for production is the volume of plastic
Tech File: OATECH Fish-Farming "Superyacht" Earns RINA AIP
deployed away from marine heatwaves, algae blooms and storms — aquaculture’s trio of Achilles’ heels — could go a long way in helping to produce higher quality fish and increase world protein production without increasing pressures on wild stocks, coastal habitats or on-land water resources.“We have applied all our knowledge and experience in the design, engineering and development of this farming Ark Superyacht, including the dynamic and static modelling that test wave resistance," said Rodrigo Sanchez Raccaro, OATECH founder. "The ships offer a solid business
MP Quantum to Deploy Ocean Sun's Floating Solar Tech in Greece and Cyprus
family has an impressive track record of successful businesses and we are honored to have them as ambassadors, developers, and enablers of Ocean Sun floating PV systems” – Says “Floating solar is an excellent fit for the energy markets in Greece and Cyprus, with good irradiation, water resources, and a commitment from authorities to push for the renewable energy transition. Ocean Sun has a world-leading solution for floating solar with its low capex and high- power output. In addition, the seaworthiness of the system enables deployment along our widespread shores and island communities
Equinor, Moss Maritime Testing Floating Solar in Rough Waters
, the pilot plant is set to become the world’s first pilot plant for floating solar power in rough waters. "The municipality of Frøya has been positive to and is involved in the planning of the pilot plant," Equinor said.Equinor has filed an application with the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate. Planned to measure 80 m x 80 m, the plant will tower less than 3 meters over the sea surface. According to plans, the pilot will be tested for a minimum of one year. The project is a collaboration between Equinor and the technology company Moss Maritime. "
Larger-than-average GoM ‘Dead Zone’ Expected
Gulf and to help build models of nutrient sources and hotspots within the watershed."The annually recurring Gulf of Mexico hypoxic zone is primarily caused by excess nutrient pollution occurring throughout the Mississippi River watershed," said Don Cline, associate director for the USGS Water Resources Mission Area. “Information on where these sources contribute nutrients across the watershed can help guide management approaches in the Gulf.”While the hypoxic zone forecast assumes typical coastal weather conditions, the measured dead zone size could be disrupted and its size could
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