Innovative approaches to the restoration and management of water resources in Ukraine in war conditions

Abstract

Water resources in Ukraine are an important component of the ecological and financial stability of the state. Despite significant reserves of water resources, many problems hinder their effective management, in particular, in the context of military operations and climate change. Ukraine faces a number of water management challenges, both natural and manmade. The main ones are water shortages in some regions, pollution from industrial and agricultural sources, outdated water infrastructure, and inefficient water resource allocation. According to the State Water Resources Agency, the structure of water consumption is irrational, leading to overexploitation of water resources in some regions and underuse in others. In addition, surface and groundwater are highly contaminated with nitrates and heavy metals due to inadequate wastewater treatment. These challenges are exacerbated by climate change, which is leading to changes in precipitation patterns and increased evaporation, further increasing the pressure on water resources.