This review paper examines the hydrogeological characteristics and challenges of urban groundwater management in ten major Italian cities: Turin, Milano, Padova, Bologna, Roma, Pescara, Napoli, Bari, Catania, and Cagliari. Urbanization has placed significant pressure on groundwater systems, highlighting the need for sustainable management. The study categorizes the cities based on their hydrogeological settings and groundwater uses, identifying key issues such as salinization, industrial contamination, and land subsidence. The findings emphasize the importance of urban local aquifers (ULAs) for drinking water, industry, and ecological support, advocating for integrated urban water management and governance to enhance resilience against future water shortages and climate change impacts.

F. La Vigna

L. Alberti

S. Da Pelo

D. Ducci

P. Fabbri

A. Gargini

M. Lasagna

G. Pappalardo

M. Polemio

S. Rusi

Acque Sotterranee-Italian Journal of Groundwater

Acque Sotterranee - Italian Journal of Groundwater

Exploring the aquifers shaping Italy's sub-urban landscape

探索塑造意大利郊区景观的含水层

Exploring the aquifers shaping Italy's sub-urban landscape

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Category	Quartile
WATER RESOURCES	4