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
Solutions for a Water-Scarce Future
Published:
October 22, 2013Xylem, Inc.
Of the many challenges facing cities around the world, water scarcity is one of the most pervasive. Municipal authorities are well aware of the highly visible dangers of floods, mudslides, tsunamis, and storm surges that have captured headlines around the world. But just as dangerous to the future...Read more
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IndiaSouth East AsiaWater Stress and Changing Hydrology in Glacier-Dependent Countries in Asia
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June 1, 2013Skoll Global Threats FundU.S. Agency for International Development
Using data from FAO's global information system on water and agriculture (AQUASAT) and its own population estimates, the World Bank calculated the renewable water resources for 214 countries.Read more
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South East AsiaThe Asia Foundation - Political Economy Analysis of the Teesta River Basin
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March 1, 2013Skoll Global Threats FundU.S. Agency for International Development
The Asia Foundation (TAF) in partnership with civil society organizations in India and Bangladesh began a political economy analysis of the Teesta River Basin. Based on field work on either side of the India-Bangladesh border, the analysis sought to identify the drivers of change for reforming...Read more
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South East AsiaUSAID Country Profile: Property Rights and Resource Governance: Afghanistan
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August 26, 2010U.S. Agency for International Development
Decades of conflict, population displacement within and outside of Afghanistan, changes in national political and economic ideologies, and variable climatic conditions (including drought) have resulted in a complex and unsettled land- ownership and management situation. Land rights are perceived to...Read more
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AfghanistanSouth East AsiaBurma - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Burma (06-05-2008)
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June 5, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This map shows the range of U.S. Government support to Burma. The map includes information on those organizations working in each province, as well as which government agency is supporting each organization and the types of support being provided. This includes water, sanitation, and hygiene...Read more
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BurmaSouth East AsiaBurma - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Burma (05-23-2008)
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June 5, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This map shows the range of U.S. Government support to Burma. The map includes information on those organizations working in each province, as well as which government agency is supporting each organization and the types of support being provided. This includes water, sanitation, and hygiene...Read more
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BurmaSouth East AsiaBurma - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Burma (06-02-2008)
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June 1, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This map shows the range of U.S. Government support to Burma. The map includes information on those organizations working in each province, as well as which government agency is supporting each organization and the types of support being provided. This includes water, sanitation, and hygiene...Read more
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BurmaSouth East AsiaBurma - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Burma (05-29-2008)
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May 29, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This map shows the range of U.S. Government support to Burma. The map includes information on those organizations working in each province, as well as which government agency is supporting each organization and the types of support being provided. This includes water, sanitation, and hygiene...Read more
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BurmaSouth East AsiaBurma - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Burma (05-28-2008)
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May 28, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This map shows the range of U.S. Government support to Burma. The map includes information on those organizations working in each province, as well as which government agency is supporting each organization and the types of support being provided. This includes water, sanitation, and hygiene...Read more
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BurmaSouth East AsiaBurma - Ongoing USG Humanitarian Assistance to Burma (05-27-2008)
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May 27, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
This map shows the range of U.S. Government support to Burma. The map includes information on those organizations working in each province, as well as which government agency is supporting each organization and the types of support being provided. This includes water, sanitation, and hygiene...Read more
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