Exploring Runoff Generation Processes: A Global Comparative Study of Experimental Watersheds

Comprehending runoff generation processes remains a formidable challenge for hydrologists. This study advocates for a comparative examination of these processes across global experimental watersheds. As part of the HELPING decadal initiative, a dedicated working group has been established. Embracing a Darwinian methodology, our objective is to synthesize information through comparative studies across a diverse array of local ecosystems, with the aim of cultivating a global perspective and formulating overarching theories.

We warmly welcome and invite research groups managing experimental watersheds worldwide to actively participate in this collaborative effort. The working group is designed to achieve the following objectives:

1) Compile datasets for experimental watersheds globally, maximizing the utilization of available information.

2) Identify both similarities and differences in watershed characteristics and processes across diverse experimental sites.

3) Develop a more quantitative framework to discern dominant processes within specific watersheds, thereby contributing to a profound understanding of hydrological dynamics.

By bringing together researchers and research groups from across the globe, this collaborative initiative seeks to transcend geographical boundaries and foster a holistic understanding of runoff generation processes.