What We Do
The Texas Water Resources Institute thrives on collaborations with joint projects with more than 15 universities, more than 40 federal, state and local governmental organizations; and numerous others, including engineering firms, commodity groups and environmental organizations. See our programs below or read more about the institute.
Best Management Practices Evaluation
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Caddo Lake Giant Salvinia Eradication Evaluating and demonstrating multiple control methods-biological and chemical-and assessing their effectiveness in killing giant salvinia -
Center for Invasive Species Eradication Directing research, demonstrations, educational programs and treatment activities with a goal of eradicating noxious non-native plant species invading Texas -
Efficient Nitrogen Fertilization Demonstrating the potential for reduced nitrogen runoff due to reduced nitrogen application based on an innovative soil test methodology -
Fort Hood Range Revegetation Maintaining quality training lands for military personnel, improving the natural resource base, protecting the surrounding watersheds and improving water quality of supply reservoirs -
Groundwater / Surface Water Interactions Examining groundwater/surface water interactions and potential contamination sources -
Groundwater Nitrogen Source Identification and Remediation Identifying the source of nitrate nitrogen present in the Texas High Plains and Rolling Plains groundwater and evaluating strategies and practices for reducing these levels -
In-House Windrow Composting of Poultry Litter Demonstrating the environmental effects and benefits of treating poultry litter using in-house windrow composting