A great water partner? An agency named geology: USGS

Who’s this, hard at work assessing water resources?

[Metropolitan Planning Council] uses research and data from the U.S. Geological Survey in ways that may surprise you

The U.S. Geological Survey. Does that name make you think of rocks and minerals? You should also think about water! USGS is actually very involved with the study of water, including our nation’s surface waters and groundwater.

Last month MPC, along with several other organizations, was invited to share our perspectives and ideas about the work of the USGS at one of a series of meetings arranged by The National Academies, the Committee on Future Water Resource Needs for the Nation. This meeting presented a great opportunity to talk about MPC’s water resources work and how USGS and its data and research contribute to positive outcomes for area communities, businesses, and residents.

MPC framed our comments and suggestions reflecting three key areas of our work: water supply, rivers, and stormwater.

Working closely with partners, including the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), MPC brings nearly a decade of experience assisting local communities to solve their water supply management concerns […]

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