Integrated Water Resource Management
As defined by the Global Water Partnership, integrated water resource management is a process which promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land, and related resources in order to maximize the resultant economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising the sustainability of vital ecosystems. Resources available within this theme provide guidance on how to conserve and restore watersheds, reduce pollution, adapt to climate change and reduce risks from floods and droughts.
Integrated Water Resource Management Resources
A Market-Based Approach to Facilitate Self Supply for Rainwater Harvesting in Uganda
Published:
January 1, 2011Relief International
This Technical Paper was submitted, accepted and presented at the 6th Rural Water Supply Network Forum in Uganda. While it is technical in nature, it provides a lot of information about the Domestic Rainwater Harvesting (DWRH) project that RI implemented in Uganda where RI leveraged a private...Read more
Regional focus:
Uganda, Sub-Saharan AfricaProfessionalizing Manual Well Drilling in Africa
Published:
January 1, 2009Relief International
This four-page flier provides an overview of manual well drilling, its benefits and how RI is implementing manual well drilling programs in Africa.Read more
From Water to Electrification, WatSan Committees Promote Development
Relief International, U.S. Agency for International Development
This is a short document that describes how RI and its partners leveraged Water and Sanitation (WatSan) Committees to promote clean water and appropriate sanitation practices in Ghana.Read more
Regional focus:
Ghana, Sub-Saharan AfricaDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.