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Satellite-based assessment of groundwater dynamics in Moroccan aquifers: Insights from GRACE-derived products

IWRA World Water Congress 2025 Marrakech Morocco
Groundwater Challenges and Oppotunities
Author(s): Mouad ABBAD, ABDESSAMAD HADRI, EL MAHDI EL KHALKI, HAMZA OUATIKI, ISMAGUIL HANADÉ HOUMMA, OUMAR JAFFAR, LHOUSSAINE BOUCHAOU, TAHA EL GHAZLANI, MOHAMED QACHAR, AHMED EL-AZHARI, KAMAL YAALAOUI, ABDELGHANI CHEHBOUNI

Mouad ABBAD, ABDESSAMAD HADRI, EL MAHDI EL KHALKI, HAMZA OUATIKI, ISMAGUIL HANADÉ HOUMMA, OUMAR JAFFAR, LHOUSSAINE BOUCHAOU, TAHA EL GHAZLANI, MOHAMED QACHAR, AHMED EL-AZHARI, KAMAL YAALAOUI, ABDELGHANI CHEHBOUNI

International Water Research Institute (IWRI), Mohammed VI
Polytechnic University, Benguerir, Morocco
01/12/2025


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Abstract

Objectives

Evaluate GRACE-derived Data Performance. yield.

Conduct TWS Trend Analysis.

Analyze Drought Impact.

Investigate Anthropogenic Impact.

Support Sustainable Management.

• Provide insights to integrate GRACE data into water resource management strategies.

• Support traditional groundwater monitoring methods.

Study area

The study area is characterized characterized by distinct climatic, geological, and hydrological features, supporting critical agricultural activities and domestic water supply.

It is facing growing challenges due to overexploitation, climate variability, and increasing agricultural demands.