Jim Hall, Author at Eos

Diagram showing the nine hypotheses discussed in the paper.

Nine Reasons Why Extreme Floods may be Worse Than Expected

by Jim Hall 1 August 202225 July 2022

The implications of nature not conforming to statistical assumptions can be devastating; researchers describe why extreme floods may be bigger than we assume.

Diagram from the paper showing how the new algorithm builds graphs.

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AI Algorithm Provides More Accurate Forecasts of Water Use

by Jim Hall 29 July 202225 July 2022

The new graph convolutional recurrent neural network (GCRNN) will enable water utilities to forecast water use, even if some sensors fail.

Comparison of the performance of many different water resources management options based on four different objectives.

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Managing Strategic Water Resources in a Changing Climate

by Jim Hall 11 January 202220 May 2022

Another significant step has been taken in methods for managing water resources in the face of climatic changes and other future uncertainties. Dynamic adaptation is becoming a reality.

Plot comparing the efficiency with which flood risk management is carried out and the effect on addressing socio-economic inequality.

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Pro-Poor Flood Risk Management Can Reduce Urban Inequality

by Jim Hall 7 December 20213 December 2021

Rich people’s aversion to flood risk results in poor people living in the most vulnerable locations poverty. Pro-poor flood risk management policies could have a significant impact on inequality.

Photograph of Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority water treatment plant in Florida.

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New Standards Spur Water Utilities to Improve Compliance

by Jim Hall 1 December 202116 February 2022

Although American water utility companies take time to modify procedures and technologies in response to new quality requirements, ultimately it reduces the rate at which they violate standards.

System diagrams showing four-step process for leak detection

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A Smart Solution to Find Leaks in Water Distribution Networks

by Jim Hall 18 December 202010 December 2020

By systematically turning valves off and on in water distribution networks, researchers can locate pipe leaks, which could help to save huge quantities of drinking water.

Two plots showing cash flow and maximum debt for a hydropower utility with three different financial management strategies

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How to Hedge the Risk of Reduced Snowpack for Hydropower

by Jim Hall 11 December 202010 December 2020

A new index insurance contract – a financial product innovation seeking to cope with climatic variability – could help hydropower operators to manage climate risks.

Illustration showing how a privacy preserving system protects personal behavioral information while providing water utilities with the information they need to better manage systems

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Smart Water Metering Need Not Compromise People’s Privacy

by Jim Hall 7 October 20201 October 2020

Scientists have devised a way of preserving privacy for smart water metering users while also providing water suppliers with information they can use to improve the efficiency of water services.