Research Paper
Assessing the suitability of river water quality using water quality indices: A Case study on Balikhlou river in northwest of Iran

Saeed Rasi Nezami; Reza Aghlmand

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 1-6

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2022.7574.1239

Abstract
  Rivers are valuable sources of water supply for various purposes. These sources are seriously exposed to quality degradation due to the entry of various contaminants. Therefore, proper monitoring and quality management of these resources could be very important. In the present study, the quality of the ...  Read More

Research Paper
Evaluation of Golin river quality in Kermanshah province using the standard surface water resources quality index of Iran (IRWQISC)

Houshang Ghamarnia; Zoleikh Palash; Meisam Palash

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 7-14

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2022.7722.1247

Abstract
  Surface water quality management is very important. Qualitative indicators of water pollution can indicate the trend of quality changes over time and place. The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of Golin river using IRWQISC index. For this purpose, the Golin river water was sampled twice ...  Read More

Research Paper
An assessment of the economic effects of drought in the Hirmand basin in the east of Iran: The application of the decision support system (DSS) approach

Ali Sardar Shahraki; Mahmood Mohhamad Ghasemi

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 15-19

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.7728.1248

Abstract
  The issue of water resource management has become extremely complicated due to the droughts of the last two decades and the competition among the drinking sector, agricultural sector, and international Hamoun wetland to use water. To analyze the status and help managers in policy analysis and decision-making, ...  Read More

Research Paper
Prediction of groundwater level fluctuation using methods based on machine learning and numerical model

Ayoob Moradi; Ali Akbar Akhtari; Arash Azari

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 20-28

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.7707.1246

Abstract
  During the recent few decades, the use of various models has been regarded as a promising option to predict groundwater level (GWL) in any given region using a wide variety of data and relevant equations. The lack of trustworthy and comprehensive data is, nevertheless, one of the most significant obstacles ...  Read More

Research Paper
Assessment of the impact and causes of malfunction of the wastewater treatment plant of CRE (Cameroon Real Estate Company) camp of the “Cité-Verte” district (Yaoundé Cameroon)

Mouhamed Ngounouno Ayiwouo; Felicite Obono Mba; Colins Leprince Kombou; Jules Metsebo

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 29-35

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8723.1280

Abstract
  This paper assesses the environmental impact of the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) of the Cameroon Real Estate Company (CRE) camp in the "Cité-Verte" district in Yaoundé (Cameroon) and the causes of its malfunction. The study was carried out in two stages. The first stage consisted of ...  Read More

Research Paper
Synthesis of magnetic nanoparticles (Fe3O4) coated with fatty acids and surfactants and their application in demulsification of crude oil and water emulsions

Farhat Sadat Meibodi; Ebrahim Soori

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 36-47

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2022.6975.1227

Abstract
  Crude oil is released into the water sources during exploration, extraction or displacement operations due to the partial dissolution, and it can remain as a layer on the surface of the water or become emulsive. Crude oil emulsion is very stable due to the presence of asphaltene and cannot be removed ...  Read More

Research Paper
Changes in water quality parameters along Thika river sub-catchment, Upper Tana, Kenya

Joanes Ooko Odero; George Lukoye Makokha; Bancy Mati; Nathan Oduor Okoth

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 48-55

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.9078.1288

Abstract
  Surface water pollution is a challenge due to effluent discharge from land-based factors like agro-based sectors, settlements, and poor sanitation. The research investigated the spatial and seasonal variation of physico-chemical and biological water quality due to land use changes along the Thika River ...  Read More

Research Paper
Investigating temporal and spatial changes in the quality of underground water in Marvast plain

Mohammad Sadegh Talebi

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 56-62

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8999.1287

Abstract
  This research was conducted with the aim of investigating temporal and spatial changes in the quality of underground water in Marvast plain in order to be used in planning for these resources. For this reason, the underground water quality data of Marvast Plain was prepared and selected for the research ...  Read More

Research Paper
Identifying and explaining the indicators and components of water reporting in corporate level using the Best-Worst Method

Fatemeh Asnad; Hossein Fakhari

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 63-73

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.9306.1296

Abstract
  The occurrence of global environmental crises, combined with population growth and increased global water demand, highlights the pressing need for effective management of water resources. This includes comprehensive attention to water administration, consumption, and reporting. The objective of this ...  Read More

Research Paper
Effect of structure lifespan on scour countermeasure design using a probabilistic method

Mojtaba Karimaei Tabarestani; Atabak Feizi

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 74-79

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8660.1278

Abstract
  In this study, a probabilistic method was proposed to determine the stable riprap as a scour control measure downstream of a stilling basin, using the Monte Carlo Simulation Technique. The Kan diversion dam in Iran was selected as a case study, and various uncertainties in the model, including hydraulic ...  Read More

Research Paper
The use of response surface methodology for modeling and optimizing of p-nitrophenol contaminated water treatment process conducted by the non-thermal plasma discharge technology

Amirhossein Khourshidi; Farhad Qaderi

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 80-90

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.8527.1275

Abstract
  In the realm of industrial development, a variety of organic pollutants, including petroleum compounds, have emerged as persistent environmental concerns due to their non-degradable nature. To effectively address this issue, plasma technology has garnered significant attention as a promising approach ...  Read More

Research Paper
Resistance to antibiotics and ability to tolerate heavy metals in bacteria isolated from Razi industrial wastewater treatment plant and effluent of refinery units in Isfahan, Iran

Neshat Etedali; Monir Doudi; Ladan Rahimzadeh Torabi; Mohammad Hossein Pazandeh

Volume 10, Issue 1 , June 2023, Pages 91-98

https://doi.org/10.22126/arww.2023.9346.1298

Abstract
  Industrial activities present a significant threat to the environment and natural ecosystems like water and soil due to the release of toxic metals. This article primarily concentrates on the identification and isolation of bacteria, with the goal of effectively eliminating pollutants from industrial ...  Read More