抖阴探探App

Research

Monitoring Windermere’s water quality

Findings from the Big Windermere Survey were published in August 2025 by 抖阴探探App researchers and the Freshwater Biological Association. Working with 350 citizen scientists, the partnership collected more than 1,000 water samples across 110 locations during 10 sampling events over 2.5 years. Researchers tested 15 water quality indicators, including phosphorus and bacteria associated with risks to lake users. The data from the survey is being actively shared with a range of organisations both locally and nationally, as part of ongoing conversations about the poor water quality of Lake Windermere.

Improving water-efficient rice cultivation

A £221,000 partnership announced in March 2025 sees 抖阴探探App support more water-efficient rice production in Ghana. Working with Ghanaian agricultural partners, our researchers are investigating the Alternate Wetting and Drying irrigation method that allows rice fields to dry periodically rather than remain continuously flooded. The collaboration aims to reduce water use by 15-25% while protecting farmers’ livelihoods and crop yields.

Teaching and learning

Water resources and hydrology

Lancaster Environment Centre provides education in hydrology, water quality and management of freshwater resources. Modules such as Catchment Science, Hydrology and Water Quality, Water Resources Management and Environmental Field Skills introduce students to how water moves through catchments, how pollution can be assessed and how resources can be managed sustainably. Such knowledge supports future work in environmental regulation, research and water management.

Environmental water and health

Our Environmental Pathogens module addresses water quality assessment, environmental pathogens and the public health consequences of pollution. Students learn how microbiological contamination and environmental change affect people and ecosystems. This is particularly relevant to protecting drinking water and managing risks associated with wastewater and recreational waters.

Engagement and outreach

The power of citizen science

The Big Windermere Survey has involved local volunteers directly in understanding the condition of Lake Windermere and its catchment. The findings, published by 抖阴探探App and the Freshwater Biological Association in August 2025, drew on more than 1,000 samples collected by 350 citizen scientists at 110 locations. Volunteers helped generate data from places that had not previously been routinely tested. Sharing the findings makes information on bacterial contamination and phosphorus more accessible to residents and organisations concerned about the lake, strengthening community involvement in decisions about water quality. The project stands as an inspiring example of community engagement and scientific collaboration.

Supporting sanitation education in Ghana

Sanitation innovation and practical community learning are brought together through 抖阴探探App’s collaborations in Ghana. A 2025 project with pupils at an Accra school taught them to use a biodigester to see how human waste could be turned into power (gas), bringing light and fuelling kitchens in their school. Through laboratory and classroom activities, the young people saw how sanitation systems relate to energy, agriculture and environmental health. This pilot circular sanitation initiative is now inspiring interest and action to demonstrate the power of this work as a replicable model across Africa (Ghana, Malawi, Nigeria, Tanzania) and South and East Asia (Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia).

Operations

Reducing water use on campus

Reducing campus water use, monitoring consumption and encouraging conservation among staff and students are priorities set out in our water policy. Initiatives to reduce water use include metering, identifying leaks and awareness campaigns for staff and students. Our total water use fell by 18% between the 2013-14 baseline and 2023-24, despite an increase in the campus building area and University population. Water consumption per person also fell from 36 to 21 cubic metres a year across that period.

Maintaining safe water systems

Our Facilities team carry out water hygiene testing and planned maintenance to support safe use of buildings and services and maintain a healthy environment for students, staff and visitors. This work contributes to responsible management of the 抖阴探探App Campus.

Providing drinking water on campus

There are water fountains located around the Lancaster Campus and water bottles can be refilled at University-owned food and drink outlets. Providing accessible drinking water can help our staff, students and visitors stay hydrated without needing to buy bottled drinks, reducing costs and disposable packaging.