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Water and Society: Challenges for Freshwater Quality Under a Climate Change Scenario

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

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 12 November 2025 | Viewed by 841

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Daniela R. De Figueiredo

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DigiMedia & DeCA (Department of Communication and Art), University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
Interests: aquatic microbial ecology; cyanobacterial blooms; environmental education; science communication; citizen science
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Dr. Patrícia S. M. Santos

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Department of Chemistry and CESAM, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
Interests: analytical and environmental chemistry; atmospheric chemistry; atmospheric waters chemistry; water quality; technologies for removal of contaminants from water

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to explore diverse perspectives regarding the challenges of obtaining high-quality freshwater under a climate change scenario, particularly considering global warming and the increasingly extending drought periods. Reduced water levels in both surface and groundwater systems increase their vulnerability, hindering not only water quality but all ecological dynamics. An intensification of the occurrence of nuisance episodes is also expected, with serious impacts for local communities. Therefore, the monitoring and maintenance of freshwater quality are critical, and these need to be tackled from every possible perspective. From science and technology research to education and public participation, an increase in knowledge and awareness on the impacts of climate change over freshwater ecosystems, in particular, is the basis of tackling water quality challenges. This Special Issue welcomes the submission of original research articles or reviews regarding freshwater quality, including aspects related to hydrochemistry, biology, ecology, toxicity, engineering, and monitoring approaches, as well as citizen science and environmental education.

Dr. Daniela R. De Figueiredo
Dr. Patrícia S. M. Santos
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • climate change
  • freshwater ecosystems
  • water quality
  • societal challenges

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Heavy Metal Pollution of the Świder River, Protection Measures and Impact on Tourism Development
by Mariusz Kluska and Joanna Jabłońska
Water 2025, 17(13), 1853; https://doi.org/10.3390/w17131853 - 22 Jun 2025
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As a fundamental element of nature, water determines the existence of life on Earth. The physicochemical and biological composition of natural waters is closely correlated with the state of the environment through which they flow. The main threat is municipal wastewater, but also [...] Read more.
As a fundamental element of nature, water determines the existence of life on Earth. The physicochemical and biological composition of natural waters is closely correlated with the state of the environment through which they flow. The main threat is municipal wastewater, but also nonpoint source pollution from agriculture, which has a major impact on the state of the aquatic environment. The main objective of this study was to analyse selected heavy metals in surface waters and bottom sediments of the Świder River. Given the intricate nature of how heavy metals interact and move between water and sediment, the study also aimed to show whether bottom sediments of surface waters may pose an environmental risk—particularly through the potential release of toxic metals and the development of tourism on the Świder River. The obtained values of the concentrations of the analysed metals were below the permissible standards. The highest concentrations were found in the lower reaches of the Świder River, where a tourist and more urbanised area is located. The obtained results allowed us to assess the bioavailability of these metals, and will be used by local government units to improve the management of this area in order to minimise anthropogenic pollution. Full article
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Monitoring and Evaluation of Water Quality from Chirita Lake, Romania
by Madalina Elena Abalasei, Daniel Toma and Carmen Teodosiu
Water 2025, 17(13), 1844; https://doi.org/10.3390/w17131844 - 20 Jun 2025
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Water management is a significant challenge, stimulating synergies between scientists and practitioners to create new tools and approaches to streamline decision making in this field. The assessment and monitoring of freshwater quality in surface water bodies are crucial for sustainable and safe water [...] Read more.
Water management is a significant challenge, stimulating synergies between scientists and practitioners to create new tools and approaches to streamline decision making in this field. The assessment and monitoring of freshwater quality in surface water bodies are crucial for sustainable and safe water management. The main objectives of this study were to analyze the characteristics and properties of Chirita lake, assess seasonal variations in water quality, determine compliance with national environmental legislation, and perform a comparison with monitoring systems in other European lakes. The study used data that determined water quality indicators for a five-year period, from 2020 to 2024, considering temperature, turbidity, pH, conductivity, alkalinity, hardness, organic matter, nitrates, nitrites, ammonium, and chlorides. The statistical analysis technique based on the Pearson correlation coefficient was used to evaluate the seasonal correlations of water quality parameters in Chirita lake and to extract the essential parameters for assessing seasonal variations in river water quality. The results obtained indicated that the indicators considered important for water quality variation in one season may not be important in another season, except for organic matter and conductivity, which showed a significant contribution to water quality variation throughout the four seasons. This study demonstrated that lake water is classified as first class, according to national regulations. These results provide valuable support for local authorities to develop effective strategies for water quality management and the prevention of eutrophication processes in reservoirs. Full article
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