The Effects of Climate Change on Algae in the Denver Metro Area's Drinking Water Reservoirs
Date of Award
11-11-2010
Document Type
Undergraduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Applied Science
Organizational Unit
University College, Environmental Policy and Management
Disciplines
Environmental Policy & Mgmt
First Advisor
Kathy Flanagan
Keywords
Algae, Climate change, Colorado, Denver, Drinking, Water
Abstract
Six Denver metro water reservoirs were sampled to see what types of algae were found, and what impact the algae would have on drinking water reservoirs in the event of a bloom caused by warming water temperatures. Each sample contained algae. Toxic cyanobacteria, filamentous green algae, and different species of diatoms were found in the samples. Current climate change models show the temperature along the Front Range is rising and will continue to rise. With an increase in climate change and an increase in population, humans and animals will be at a greater risk of ingesting or coming into contact with toxic algae.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Recommended Citation
Koschel, Courtney, "The Effects of Climate Change on Algae in the Denver Metro Area's Drinking Water Reservoirs" (2010). University College: Environmental Policy and Management Capstones. 115.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/ucol_epm/115