News and Events

Water Center at the 2008 Husker Harvest Days

In recognition of "Water" as the event theme, Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman receives a complimentary "Go Big Water" shirt at the 2008 Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island, Nebraska.

See photographs of the Water Center's participation | See photographs of IANR's participation (on Nebraska Water web site).

Drinking Water: Understanding the Science and Policy behind a Critical Resource

Do you know where your drinking water comes from, or how it is treated? The US is fortunate to enjoy sophisticated public drinking water systems that provide clean, reliable water-a resource critical to our health and quality of life. The National Academies created this educational booklet to provide an introduction to the basics of drinking water | see booklet.

Monitoring ET, Soil Moisture Saves Farmers Water, Energy, Time and Money

High energy costs mean farmers are looking for ways to reduce irrigation costs this summer. Using newer technologies such as ET, gauges and soil moisture sensors along with crop growth stages can help farmers achieve that, a UNL Extension educator says | more.

Water.unl.edu Gateway to All Things Water

A new UNL Web site provides access to a wide variety of UNL expertise on water issues. UNL research and extension experts from a wide variety of water-related disciplines developed water.unl.edu as a truly collaborative venture | press release | Nebraska Water Web Site.

Water Center History Books Available

Copies of the History of the UNL Water Center From 1964-2008 are available first-come, first-served while limited quantities remain.

This first-ever comprehensive history of the UNL Water Center dates from its inception as a program within the UNL Conservation and Survey Division to the present | more.