Good science is built on good data; good data is built on knowledge of what to measure, when and how. With 20 years of experience in collection and analysis of field data, translation of data to knowledge through modelling and analysis and science knowledge communication in decision-making processes, KSL understand the value of robust field data in delivering excellent science and gaining the trust of stakeholders and communities.
KSL Capabilities
- Groundwater and surface water quality monitoring programme design, implementation and interpretation
- Pumping and slug test design, supervision and interpretation
- Tracer test design, supervision and interpretation
- Piezometric surveys
- Hydrogeological field surveys for conceptual model development
KSL experience
Design, oversight and interpretation of major groundwater investigation programme to gain insights into nitrate concentrations, loads, trends and transport pathways in the Waimakariri – Christchurch aquifer system
Design, implementation and interpretation of a comprehensive hydrogeological investigation of the World Heritage Bath Hot Springs aquifer system to guide risk mitigation design and monitor impacts for a major civil engineering project
Design, oversight and interpretation of low cost, rapid deployment groundwater investigations to quantify key aquifer properties for civil engineering design and impact assessment
Groundwater quality investigations for water supply development and protection