Identifying Fresh Groundwater Potential in Unconfined Aquifers in Arid Central Asia : A Remote Sensing and Geo-Information Modeling Approach
Arid regions in Central Asia face persistent and increasing water scarcity, with groundwater serving as the primary source for drinking water, irrigation, and industry. The effective exploration and management of groundwater resources are critical, but are constrained by limited monitoring infrastructure and complex hydrogeological settings. This study investigates the Akbakay aquifer, a represent
