Protecting Minnesota's Waters: The important role of our Aquatic Invasive Species Detector volunteers – and how to maintain high engagement.
Minnesota's AIS Detectors are deeply committed stewards eager to protect local ecosystems. By expanding training locations and volunteer opportunities, building stronger links to local research and management initiatives, and supporting lake association engagement, the AIS Detector program can keep its passionate volunteer base energized for years to come.
Minnesota agencies planning ahead for changes to state’s water supply
The Center is providing the Management and Budget office with research briefs on all of these drivers to help them understand the certainty around issues like climate change, which experts predict will increase Minnesota’s average annual temperature by 3.8 to 4.5 degrees Fahrenheit by the middle of the century. Average annual precipitation is estimated to increase by up to 1.2 inches by mid-century
Cyberattacks in Minnesota expose vulnerability of U.S. water systems
Water Resources Center director, Bonnie Keeler, spoke with MPR News about the investigation of recent cyberattacks on Minnesota water systems.
Managing the invisible infrastructure behind Minnesota’s water
Behind the scenes, the University of Minnesota’s Water Resources Center and its partners are a big reason why Minnesota is a national leader in water management.
Researchers are learning what Minnesotans think about lake water quality
Director of the Water Resources Center, Bonnie Keeler, speaks about a water quality study being conducted at 17 different lakes across Minnesota.