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Research article2014Peer reviewed

Geoengineering in lakes: welcome attraction or fatal distraction?

Mackay, Eleanor B.; Huser, Brian; Spears, B

Abstract

The use of geoengineering techniques for phosphorus management offers the promise of greater and quicker chemical and ecological recovery. It can be attractive when used with other restoration measures but should not be considered a panacea. The range of materials being proposed for use as well as the in-lake processes targeted for manipulation continues to grow. With increasing political imperatives to meet regulatory goals for water quality, we recommend a coordinated approach to the scientific understanding, costs, and integration of geoengineering with other approaches to lake management.

Keywords

capping; management; phosphorus inactivation; restoration; lakes

Published in

Inland Waters
2014, Volume: 4, number: 4, pages: 349-356
Publisher: FRESHWATER BIOLOGICAL ASSOC

    Sustainable Development Goals

    SDG6 Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

    UKÄ Subject classification

    Geochemistry
    Oceanography, Hydrology, Water Resources

    Publication identifier

    DOI: https://doi.org/10.5268/IW-4.4.769

    Permanent link to this page (URI)

    https://res.slu.se/id/publ/64055