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Submarine groundwater discharge: an outlook of recent advances and current knowledge
Authors:Adrian H Gallardo  Atsunao Marui
Institution:(1) National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Geological Survey of Japan, Higashi 1-1-1, Center 7, Tsukuba Ibaraki, 305-8567, Japan;(2) Hytec Co., Yodogawa-ku, Miyahara 2-11-9, Osaka 532-0003, Japan
Abstract:Driven by the hydraulic gradient, terrestrial groundwater can be discharged directly into the coastal ocean where heads are above sea level, a phenomenon known as submarine groundwater discharge (SGD). Although long overlooked, in recent years SGD has received increasing attention due largely to its potential importance in the transport of chemical constituents to the sea. Indeed, SGD occurrence and control mechanisms are still poorly understood. Submarine discharge often represents only a minor component of regional total water budgets, but because estimated fluxes are highly variable and quantification remains challenging, the process deserves to be carefully evaluated when investigating marine ecosystems and/or the safety of geological repositories in coastal areas, notably for the underground storage of CO2. In view of the focus the topic is gaining, reflected in the large amount of information continuously being published in this field, here we present a selected review of our current knowledge of key mechanisms determining submarine groundwater discharge, and an updated compilation of most recent advances in research both in Japan and other regions of the world. In addition, we identify some potential pitfalls that need to be borne in mind in future work on SGD. Particularly in view of globally increasing urbanization and climate change, this contribution should prove useful also to local governmental authorities and scientists involved in groundwater coastal ecosystem management.
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