2010 Proceedings
Thank you for joining us at another top-notch AHS Annual Symposium! Workshops, field trips, and two days of technical presentations offered plenty of chances to re-connect with colleagues, network , and visit with our fabbulous sponsors and exhibitors. We appreciate your participation and want you to know that we couldn't fund our internships or scholarships without the continued support of the AHS membership, sponsors, and the hydrology community! We also thank the Internation Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH) for their endorsement.
This proceedings contain the extended abstracts for the wonderful technical programs you enjoyed. A big thank you goes to our technical program committee for putting it all together - Greg Hess, Clear Creek Associates, Fred Tillman, USGS, and Jason Raucci, Haley & Aldrich.
2010 Hydro Symposium Synopsis:
PLENARY PRESENTATIONS:
Future of Drylands
Charles F. Hutchinson, Professor of Arid Lands Resource Sciences and Director, Arizona Remote Sensing Center, will help us gain a world perspective on rich and unique dryland ecosystems in addition to exploring the impacts of, and remedies for, desertification.
Sustainability Consensus Building for our Water Future
Rodney Glassman, Tucson Council Member and U.S. Senate Candidate also holds a PhD in Arid Land Resource Sciences. He will discuss the City of Tucson’s landmark rainwater harvesting ordinance and the consensus building efforts that contributed to its success.
OVER 85 PRESENTATIONS IN OUR TECHNICAL SESSIONS! HOPE YOU CAUGHT THESE UNIQUE AND TIMELY FOCUS SESSIONS, AMONGST MANY OTHERS.
Government Responses to Changing Hydrologic Conditions
Climate change, growing water resource demands, and changing utilization of reclaimed water are causing local, state and federal governments to re-evaluate how they can meet current and future water needs. Understanding our governments’ responses is critical information for the involved and active water professional.
A Binational River - Watershed Hydrology of the Santa Cruz River and Transboundary Issues
Uniquely positioned to address bi-national waters issues, this Tucson AHS conference draws on local and international experts to explore the concerns and opportunities posed by a transboundary shared water resource.
Rainwater Harvesting and Green Infrastructure
As we face tough economic times, rising energy costs, and growing water scarcity, hydrologists, water managers, and citizens are looking outside the box for new ideas and opportunities. Specific examples of successful endeavors will be presented complimented by a panel discussion addressing the “real world” value in pursuing these options.
Colorado River Management
Learn the latest on Colorado River shortages, management decisions and likely hydrological and management ramifications for various parts of the state.
Dryland Hydrology - International Studies
Gain perspective on our own water shortage by learning about other parts of the world. What “lessons learned” can we bring home, giving us new and refreshed perspectives.
