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Hydrological and Water Resource Responses to Climate Change and Anthropogenic Interferences

A special issue of Water (ISSN 2073-4441). This special issue belongs to the section "Hydrology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 1733

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Song Song

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School of Geography and Remote Sensing, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou 510006, China
Interests: water resources and circulation; hydrological impacts of changing environment; hydrological and hydraulic modeling in lowland catchment; sustainable development of water resources
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Dr. Yuefeng Wang

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School of Geography and Tourism, Chongqing Normal University, Chongqing, China
Interests: extreme precipitation; atmospheric river; climate extreme; climate prediction; weather
Dr. Chaogui Lei

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School of Geography and Tourism, Chongqing Normal University, Chongqing, China
Interests: hydrological modeling; water quality; water resources management; watershed hydrology; flood modelling; rainfall runoff modelling; storm water management
Dr. Yu Xu

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Guest Editor
Department of Geography and Spatial Information Techniques, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
Interests: flood control; climate change

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

In the context of unprecedented global climate change and escalating anthropogenic impacts, the examination of hydrological processes and the governance of water resources has become of paramount importance. The intricate and dynamic interplay between these two driving forces presents formidable challenges to the sustainability of water utilization, the vitality of ecosystems, and the overall well-being of societies. This Special Issue endeavors to collate pioneering research endeavors that delve into the multifarious responses exhibited by hydrological systems and water resources in the face of both climate change and human-induced interferences. The ultimate goal is to foster a deeper understanding of these complex interactions and inform the development of more resilient and sustainable water management strategies.

We invite original research articles, review papers, case studies, and perspectives that address, but are not limited to, the following topics:

  • Hydrological Cycle Alterations: Investigating how changes in precipitation patterns, evaporation rates, and runoff dynamics due to climate change are reshaping the global hydrological cycle.
  • Water Resource Vulnerability: Assessing the vulnerability of freshwater resources, including surface water and groundwater, to climate variability and extreme weather events.
  • Anthropogenic Impacts on the Quality and Quantity of Water: Examining the consequences of human activities, such as urbanization, industrialization, agriculture, and deforestation, on water availability, quality, and ecosystem services.
  • Adaptive Water Management Strategies: Developing and evaluating innovative water management strategies and policies that can enhance resilience and mitigate the impacts of climate change and anthropogenic interferences.
  • Integrated Water Resource Planning: Exploring integrated approaches to water resource planning and management that consider both climate change projections and societal demands.
  • Remote Sensing and GIS Applications: Utilizing remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies to monitor, model, and predict hydrological changes and water resource dynamics.
  • Socio-Economic Implications: Analyzing the socio-economic impacts of climate change and anthropogenic interferences on water security, food production, and human health.
  • Cross-Disciplinary Perspectives: Encouraging interdisciplinary research that bridges the gap between natural sciences, social sciences, and engineering to provide comprehensive insights into the complex water–climate–society nexus.

Yours faithfully,

Dr. Song Song
Dr. Yuefeng Wang
Dr. Chaogui Lei
Dr. Yu Xu
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • impact of climate change
  • anthropogenic interference
  • hydrological processes
  • water resource management
  • sustainable water strategies

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Decadal Extreme Precipitation Anomalies and Associated Multiple Large-Scale Climate Driving Forces in the Three Gorges Reservoir Area, China
by Yuefeng Wang, Siwei Yin, Zhongying Xiao, Fan Liu, Hanhan Wu, Chaogui Lei, Jie Huang and Qin Yang
Water 2025, 17(4), 477; https://doi.org/10.3390/w17040477 - 8 Feb 2025
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Identifying the relationship between extreme precipitation (EP) and large-scale climate circulation is of great significance for extreme weather management and warning. Previous studies have effectively revealed the influence of single climate circulation on EP, although the influence characteristics of multiple climate circulation are [...] Read more.
Identifying the relationship between extreme precipitation (EP) and large-scale climate circulation is of great significance for extreme weather management and warning. Previous studies have effectively revealed the influence of single climate circulation on EP, although the influence characteristics of multiple climate circulation are still unclear. In this study, seasonal spatiotemporal changes in decadal anomalies of daily EP were analyzed based on quantile perturbation method (QPM) within the Three Gorges Reservoir Area (TGRA) for the period from 1960 to 2020. Sea surface temperature (SST)- and sea level pressure (SLP)-related climate circulation factors were selected to examine their interaction influences on and contributions to EP. The results showed that: (1) Summer EP anomalies exhibited greater temporal variability than those in other seasons, with the cycle duration of dry/wet alternation shortening from 15 years to 5 years. Winter EP anomalies showed pronounced spatial homogeneity patterns, especially in the 1970s. (2) According to the analysis based on a single driver, the Southern Oscillation Index (SOI), the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO), and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) had prolonged correlations with seasonal EP anomalies. (3) More contributions can be obtained from multiple climate circulations (binary and ternary drivers) on seasonal EP anomalies than from a single driver. Although difference existed in seasonal combinations of ternary factors, their contributions on EP anomalies were more than 60%. This study provides an insight into the mechanisms of modulation and pathways influencing various large-scale climate circulation on seasonal EP anomalies. Full article
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Fast Expansion of Surface Water Extent in Coastal Chinese Mainland from the 1980s to 2020 Based on Remote Sensing Monitoring
by Yi Chen, Haokang Li, Song Song, Zhijie Zhou, Changjun Chen, Chunling Guo and Furong Zheng
Water 2025, 17(2), 194; https://doi.org/10.3390/w17020194 - 13 Jan 2025
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High-resolution satellite imagery providing long-term, continuous information on surface water extent in highly developed regions is paramount for elucidating the spatiotemporal dynamics of water bodies. The landscape of water bodies is a key indicator of water quality and ecological services. In this study, [...] Read more.
High-resolution satellite imagery providing long-term, continuous information on surface water extent in highly developed regions is paramount for elucidating the spatiotemporal dynamics of water bodies. The landscape of water bodies is a key indicator of water quality and ecological services. In this study, we analyzed surface water dynamics, including rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, using Landsat images spanning from the 1980s to 2020, with a focus on the highly developed Coastal Chinese Mainland (CCM) region. Our objectives were to investigate the temporal and spatial variations in surface water area extent and landscape characteristics, to explore the driving forces behind these variations, to gain insights into the complex interactions between water bodies and evolving environmental conditions, and ultimately to support sustainable development in coastal regions. Our findings revealed that reservoirs constitute the largest proportion of surface water, while lakes occupy the smallest share. Notably, a trend of expansion in surface water extent in the CCM was observed, mainly from the construction of new reservoirs. These reservoirs primarily gained new areas from agricultural land and river floodplains in the early stages (1980s–2000), while a greater proportion of construction land was encroached upon by reservoirs in later periods (2001–2020). At the landscape level, a tendency toward fragmentation and complexity in surface water, particularly in reservoirs, was evident. Human interference, particularly urbanization, played a pivotal role in driving the expansion of water surfaces. While reservoir construction benefits water resource assurance, flood control, and prevention, it also poses eco-hydrological challenges, including water quality deterioration, reduced hydrological connectivity, and aquatic ecosystem degradation. The findings of this study provide essential data support for sustainable water resource development. These insights underscore the urgency and importance of integrated water resource management strategies, particularly in efforts aimed at conservation and restoration of natural water bodies and the scientific regulation of artificial water bodies. Balancing human development needs with the preservation of ecological integrity is crucial to facilitating a water resource management strategy that integrates climatic and socio-economic dimensions, ensuring sustainable water use and protection for future generations. Full article
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