Using isotopes for design and monitoring of artificial recharge systems

摘要

Many countries and local to regional water agencies are looking for ways to augment the amount of groundwater available for use. Isotopes are underutilized in Artificial Recharge (AR) and Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) projects, but are very powerful tools for: (1) planning projects; (2) monitoring and improving efficiency/optimization; and (3) understanding water quality aspects. The objective of this publication is to encourage greater use of isotope methods for AR and ASR projects by providing discussion and examples of the kinds of issues that isotopes can address.