Analysis of the water resources state in Kharkiv region
Abstract
Purpose. Analysis of the state of water resources in the Kharkiv region, assessment of anthropogen-ic impact under current conditions.
Methods. System analysis.
Results. The Kharkiv region is characterized by a low capacity of water resources. In the region, wa-ter resources are formed due to the inflow of surface water from the Siverskyi Donets River, local river runoff, as well as sewage, mine and quarry waters. The analysis shows a gradual decrease in water con-sumption from natural sources in recent years, while industry remains the main consumer. Periodic ex-ceedances of permissible norms for turbidity, color, total hardness and concentrations of iron, sulfates, nitrates, ammonia, chlorides and fluorine have been identified. Currently, water quality remains unstable due to the combined impact of industrial discharges and the consequences of military operations. A com-parative analysis of monitoring data for the past year revealed a cautious trend towards improving surface water in terms of organic pollution (BOD5) and mineralization (sulfates, chlorides).
Conclusions. The hydroecological situation in Kharkiv is due to the introduction of martial law and climate change. An urgent need for modernized intake systems and additional water purification measures has been identified.
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