The NGWA Theis Conference, taking place October 2-5, 2009, in Boulder, Colorado, will focus on how climate change impacts groundwater resources. NGWA is seeking participants who are prepared to discuss their research and applications in a highly intense and interactive format.
By participating in this dynamic conference you will:
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Identify long-term impacts of climate change on groundwater resources
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Explore groundwater management strategies that address climate change
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Discuss possible solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change on groundwater availability and sustainability
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Identify the impact of extreme weather events on groundwater resources
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Interact with both groundwater and atmospheric scientists and water resources managers.
Keynote address: Beyond Climate Science
Eric J. Barron, Ph.D., is the director of the National Center for Atmospheric Research. During his career, he has worked diligently to promote the intersection of the geological sciences with the atmospheric sciences and the field of earth system science.
What is a Theis Conference?
The Theis Conference Series, named in honor of Charles V. Theis, was established in 1993 as an important effort in the promotion of hydrogeology. These conferences are designed to stimulate and enhance individual and collaborative research, and to accelerate the advance of the hydrologic sciences by providing the opportunity for the exchange of current information and exciting new ideas. The conferences provide a unique forum, bringing together a diverse group of scientists, engineers, professionals, and others from the national and international community for several days of focused examination of the issues. The programs are designed to encourage open and frank discussion of ideas in an informal atmosphere.
The conference spans four days, Friday, October 2, through Monday, October 5, and the registration fee includes all meals and breaks during that period. Registration begins on Friday, October 2, at 4 p.m. The conference opens with a dinner and reception at 6 p.m. Breakfast the next two mornings is followed by sessions. Following lunch, participants have leisure time during the afternoon. Dinner is followed by evening sessions. The conference ends at 12 noon on Monday, October 5.
These topic areas will be discussed
- Carbon Sequestration
- Climate Change Technologies
- Impacts of Extreme Weather Events on Groundwater Resources
- Long-term Impacts of Climate Change
- Long-term Strategies to Mitigate the Effects of Climate Change on Groundwater Resources
NGWA member — $825
Nonmember — $875
Registration
- Please register on-site. (Other registration options are closed at this time.)
Location
Millennium Harvest House Boulder
1345 28th Street
Boulder, Colorado 80302
303 443.3850
800 545.6285
fax 303 443.1480
Complete your reservation form online.
Fax or e-mail your reservation form.
Accommodations: NGWA has secured a block of rooms on a first come, first served basis at the group rate of $134 single/double per night single/double occupancy. These rates apply to the NGWA room block and are valid until the Wednesday, September 2, 2009 cutoff, unless the block has been filled before that date. When making your reservations, be sure to mention you are attending this NGWA program. The group code is 0910THEIS9. Remember, you are responsible for securing your own reservations. For guest check-in and checkout times, please contact the hotel directly.
Save on getting to Boulder, Colorado
American Airlines is offering attendees of this NGWA conference a five percent discount on airfare by using the promotional code A47H9AA. Read more about the details on how this American Airlines group and meeting travel program works.
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Information current as of 10-1-2009. Additional details will be posted as they become available. For further help, e-mail customerservice@ngwa.org or call 800 551.7379 (614 898.7791).