Biophysical surveys are systematic investigations that assess the biological and physical components of an environment. These surveys are crucial for understanding the current state of an area, monitoring changes over time, and evaluating the potential impacts of human activities or natural processes. They further provide essential data for environmental management, conservation efforts, and sustainable development planning.

Recently, BSc Honours students from the University of the Western Cape (UWC), undertook such biophysical surveys within the Cape Town Metropolitan area, with further support personnel from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the South African Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). The biophysical surveys focused on the groundwater exploration practical task and were supported through the ACEWATER-III Project. 

The ACEWATER-III Project is funded by the European Union.