Month: August 2023

Expanding the Scope of Now, Exploring our World

Groundwater Insecurities in the Colorado River Basin

Groundwater is a vital source of water for a large part of the United States; it’s used for drinking and irrigation, keeps wells and springs filled, and generally contains fewer contaminants than surface water. Declines in groundwater levels are a growing problem in recent years, resulting in lakes and reservoir levels dropping, and less water flowing in streams and rivers. One such river is the … Continue reading Groundwater Insecurities in the Colorado River Basin

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Expanding the Scope of Now, Tech and Media

Assessing Heat Pump Usage Across Alaska

2023 is on track to be one of the hottest years across the globe. Warming occurs at double the global rate in Arctic regions, necessitating the need for viable decarbonization options that help move away from dependence on fossil fuels. This summer, one of the eScience Institute’s Data Science for Social Good (DSSG) teams at the University of Washington has been researching heat pumps for heating and … Continue reading Assessing Heat Pump Usage Across Alaska

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