- Promoting Sustainable Water Management
The Hydrotech Research Institute at NTU has long been dedicated to research and promotion services focused on sustainable water resources, hydrometric measurement, soil and water conservation, and aquatic ecology. Its primary emphasis is on developing policies related to water resources, conducting economic assessments, and exploring ecological impacts, thereby providing essential support for decision-making within government sectors.
For instance, on March 22, 2023, World Water Day, the director of the Hydrotech Research Institute and professors from the Graduate Institute of Environmental Engineering were invited by the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy to attend a press conference for the "2023 Survey on Sustainable Water Resources Management in Response to Climate Change." During the event, they emphasized that climate change has increased the risk of water scarcity and urged the government to adjust water pricing to encourage water conservation. They also advocated for regulatory changes to promote the use of recycled water and the development of key technologies.
- NTU's Ecological Tour
Our university's Visitor Center offers "ecological tours" for the public (group reservations can be made in advance), focusing on the historical water channels and existing bodies of water on campus, such as Drunken Moon Lake and Ecological Pond. In addition to introducing the surrounding flora and fauna, we also explain the sources of the water (including rainwater, runoff, and pools from nearby sports facilities). Through these ecological tours, visitors can gain insight into our water conservation efforts and understand the importance of water channels in microclimate regulation. Particularly in the context of climate change exacerbating the urban heat island effect, the presence of water channels can effectively lower surface temperatures and enhance local biodiversity.
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