This book provides a unique perspective regarding a precious natural water resource that is often overlooked and misunderstood by the general public. Brock Ternes does a great job describing the groundwater depletion issues in Kansas, and the ideas put forth in his writing can also apply globally. Groundwater Citizenship identifies groundwater management issues and policy recommendations that have laid dormant for too long. If we want to create a sustainable future and manage our environmental resources, I think this book presents thoughts and suggestions that will be an essential part of that discussion.

Jack Brown, Kansas University School of Medicine, Wichita

Brock Ternes thoughtfully crafts a unique argument for distinguishing well owners as a distinctive community of water users. His analysis expands our understanding of the complex sociological underpinning of society’s water use decisions, an understanding essential for facing an ever deepening groundwater crisis.

Sharon Ashworth, Kansas State University Extension and co-author of Wading Right In: Discovering the Nature of Wetlands