The Water, Environment and Climate Research Group

is a broad group of researchers dealing with fluids in the Earth. Their research includes water supply, contaminant impact issues, the effects of microbial activity in the subsurface as well as changes to mineral surfaces due to fluid biochemical interactions. In addition, the group deals with deeper fluid systems containing hydrocarbons to evaluate biochemical changes and flows. This can be used to evaluate the production of hydrocarbons for energy or carbon sequestration to mitigate climate change. The group engages in significant basic and applied research and is closely affiliated with industry partners in the hydrocarbon and environmental consulting industry. Our work will help to solve problems associated with pollution, waste management, urbanization, and natural hazards.

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Our Goals

are to develop an academically rigorous water, environmental and climate program that ensures all graduates are technically advanced in fundamental geological and geophysical principles and applied research in order to be competitive and excel in the industry, technical consulting, government or academic positions. We want our graduates to feel confident as they step out into the world, knowing they are prepared to make a difference.

 

Join us in addressing both the natural processes and humankind's impact on our planet. Our research will be beneficial to our environment, public health and the well-being of communities.