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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · 13d

Artist Gennadiy Ivanov is showcasing many of his artworks at the 5 Elements Art Exhibition in the Undercroft Gallery in Norwich, UK. The exhibit runs until September 27.

Learn more:
💧 Future Radio interview: www.mixcloud.com/futureradio/...
💧 Video of exhibit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1oC...

Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · 20d

New paper out: The Canadian Global Water Futures programme – creation, foundation, and operation

As GWF concluded this year, the article looks back at how the program was built, its achievements (2,000+ publications, 3,100+ talks), and lessons for future water research in Canada & globally.

The Canadian Global water Futures programme – creation, foundation, and operation

The world is entering an era of immense water-related threats, from floods, droughts, and other extreme events to degradation of water quality and severe pressure on aquatic ecosystems, increasing ...

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · 21d

Online Seminar Series focused on the key thematic messages of the the United Nations World Water Development Report (UN WWDR): next up tomorrow is Cooperation and participation for preserving mountains and glaciers – Focus on Europe and North America t.co/Qsehg6BVgw

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · 29d

Join us at Session FS 3.116: High Mountain Hydrology and Cryosphere under Global Change – Observations, Modelling, Prospects, part of #IMC25 in Innsbruck, next week! @imc2025.bsky.social @gewex.bsky.social

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#IMC25 - FS 3.116: High mountain hydrology and cryosphere under global change: observations, modelling, prospects

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Sep 5

Smoke from wildfires is speeding up glacier melt in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains. It is a stark reminder of how interconnected our climate system is. As air quality suffers, our ice is disappearing. #GlacierYear2025

Read more: www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...

Darkened by ash from wildfires, glaciers in the Canadian Rockies are melting even faster

Ash on the surface of once-reflective glaciers accelerates the rapid melting of ice long after fires are extinguished

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · Aug 28

Yesterday was #WorldLakeDay!

Since 2014, researchers have monitored Buffalo Pound Lake to track bloom dynamics and deliver live data that helps provide clean drinking water to 25% of Saskatchewan.

Learn more research-groups.usask.ca/baulch/buffa...

@usask.ca @gwfobservatories.bsky.social

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Real-time Aquatic Ecosystem Observation Network @raeon-uw.bsky.social · Aug 28

Mission accomplished! Our glider pilot Lydia recovers SG Goot from Lake Nipigon after a successful mission in collaboration with OMNR. Next stop: Lake Superior Shoals! @globservingsystem.bsky.social @gwfobservatories.bsky.social

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Aug 25

"Canada, for the second time in recent history, has a coast to coast to coast drought." Droughts of this nature are becoming more severe, longer in duration, and more extensive.

John Pomeroy speaks with CBC about how this drought offers a learning opportunity.

www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

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Real-time Aquatic Ecosystem Observation Network @raeon-uw.bsky.social · Aug 11

Another first for Great Lakes science! In collaboration with OMNR, our glider, SG Goot, is now surveying Lake Nipigon. It’s equipped with a hydroacoustics bay to track fish movement and map bathymetry. Here’s to smooth sailing! @gwfobservatories.bsky.social @globservingsystem.bsky.social

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Aug 19

Glaciers in the Canadian Rockies are melting up to ten times faster due to wildfire soot, which fuels algae blooms and darkens the ice surface.

Listen to John Pomeroy talk with Evan Bray about what this means for water supplies across Western Canada.

The Evan Bray Show - Dr. John Pomeroy - August 18th, 2025

Wildfire smoke isn't just impacting the air we breathe; it's also causing problems for long-term water security. That's according to new research from the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. John Pomeroy,...

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Aug 5

“The risk that goes into building a bridge or other infrastructure is generally based on historical observations of past risk, but this is no longer useful because future risk is different and often much higher.”

Frequent disasters expose climate risks to infrastructure in South Asia

Last month, floods along the Nepal-China border that killed nine people also destroyed important infrastructure, washing out the primary bridge connecting the two nations and halting trade.

apnews.com

Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jul 25

The infamous Principles of Hydrology course is open for registration!

This intensive course is available for audit or credit and covers various hydrological principles in a Canadian context.

For more information, visit research-groups.usask.ca/hydrology/tr...

#Hydrology #Water #HydrologyCourse

Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jul 16

There is a #PostDocOpportunity to work at Sibbald Fen, one of the GWFO sites in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies!

#UAV #RemoteSensing #ClimateAdaptation #Ecohydrology

Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · Jul 16

#PostDoc Opportunity: Remote Sensing of Carbon Dynamics in Beaver-Engineered Peatlands

Join @usask.ca to study how beavers shape montane peatlands and impact carbon stocks. Candidates must have expertise in #RemoteSensing

Application reviews start August 15th. usask.csod.com/ux/ats/caree...

Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jul 7

Western Canadian glaciers melting twice as fast as they did a decade ago, research shows

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Read the publication here: agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/...

Western Canadian glaciers melting twice as fast as they did a decade ago, research shows | CBC News

Researchers say some glaciers in Western Canada and the United States lost 12 per cent of their mass from 2021 to 2024, doubling melt rates compared to the previous decade.

www.cbc.ca

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jun 20

Follow updates from Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Alberta River Forecast Centre for the most up-to-date information.

rivers.alberta.ca

Alberta Environment and Parks - Alberta River Basins flood alerting, advisories, reporting and water management

Alberta Environment and Parks - Alberta River Basins interactive GIS for flood alerting, advisories, reporting and water management content. Use this web application to get information on river flow, ...

rivers.alberta.ca

Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jun 20

Environment Canada is forecasting significant rainfall across the #Banff, #Canmore, and #Kananaskis regions this weekend, with 50–100 mm expected by Sunday, and some localized areas potentially reaching 200 mm. Thunderstorms, hail, and localized flooding are possible.

Banff, Canmore, Kananaskis region bracing for heavy rain

General precipitation amounts will range between 50 to 100 mm by Sunday afternoon, however some areas, especially along the southern foothills could see between 100-200 mm.

www.rmoutlook.com

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jun 10

Thank you to @albertainnovates.bsky.social for inviting John Pomeroy to give a keynote on the future water supply in Alberta and to display art from The Great Thaw during the Water Innovation Forum!

The Great Thaw #sciart book is available online to view and download (free) at globalwaterfutures.ca

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Jun 5

At #ICGP2025, Prof John Pomeroy joined world leaders urging immediate action to protect glaciers—and the billions who depend on them.

The Dushanbe Glacier Declaration calls for climate action, enhanced glacier monitoring, strengthened collaboration and increased investment in adaptation strategies.

Global Action Urged to Preserve Glaciers - and Humanity - at High-Level Dushanbe Conference - Global Water Futures

Prof. John Pomeroy, University of Saskatchewan, participated in the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation where scientific, financial, and world leaders issued the Dushanbe Gla...

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · May 23

Check out this powerful compilation of images and art that showcase various ways humans endure, adapt to, thrive in an ever changing world

Art from GWF artist in residence is featured - check it out 👉 exploringrisk.org.uk/picture-of-r...

Picture of Risk 2025 – Exploring Risk

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · May 13

The survival of our civilisation – and even our species – hinges on our ability to protect the planet’s glaciers, writes scientist, hydrologist and glaciologist, John Pomeroy

#Glaciers2025 #Glaciers

dialogue.earth/en/climate/o...

Opinion: preserving glaciers is key to humanity’s survival

The survival of our civilisation – and even our species – hinges on our ability to protect the planet’s glaciers, writes scientist, hydrologist and glaciologist, John Pomeroy

dialogue.earth

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · May 8

Learn more about When Water is Braided: www.virtualwatergallery.ca/when-water-i...

When Water is Braided — Virtual Water Gallery

www.virtualwatergallery.ca

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · May 8

Take a peek behind the scenes of this artistic collaboration between Patrick Cheechoo, Rebeka Ryvola de Kremer, & Matawa Water Futures.

This project visualizes what’s possible when Western & Indigenous knowledge flow together through a two-eyed seeing approach to water science.
youtu.be/mPKh7gD5t5E

Behind the Exhibit: When Water is Braided

YouTube video by Global Water Futures

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Apr 30

So fun to see our partners at @raeon-uw.bsky.social engaging with the Windsor community to talk about water monitoring on the Great Lakes!

Interested in joining RAEON's community science network? shorturl.at/FJN6L

#GreatLakes #CommunityScience #Water #WaterMonitoring #Freshwater

Real-time Aquatic Ecosystem Observation Network @raeon-uw.bsky.social · Apr 29

We had an amazing time on Sunday at Earth Day at Malden Park. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth to chat and learn about water monitoring, and the work we are doing with RAEON. We are looking forward to seeing you again at our community science events starting this month! shorturl.at/FJN6L

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · Apr 24

Please join us in congratulating John for being awarded this prestigious Dooge Medal!

news.usask.ca/articles/res...

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Real-time Aquatic Ecosystem Observation Network @raeon-uw.bsky.social · Apr 24

RAEON has relied on @globservingsystem.bsky.social since day one. GLOS powers data that drives safety, science & the Great Lakes economy. Cutting funding risks it all.

Great Lakes Observing System (GLOS) @globservingsystem.bsky.social · Apr 23

Information provided by GLOS supports the regional marine economy, improves forecasts, and supports decision-making and nearshore safety for countless stakeholders. Cutting or reducing funding would have wide-ranging impacts on Great Lakes communities’ economies and safety.

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