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
Promoting Coastal Community Resilience
Published:
January 1, 2007National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Agency for International Development
This Coastal Community Resilience (CCR) Guide was developed, building on lessons learned and experience gained in the Indian Ocean region after the 2004 tsunami, to address coastal hazards and reduce risks to vulnerable communities. The framework described in this CCR guide was developed in...Read more
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South East AsiaConstructing Small Dams
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note discusses the construction of small earth dams and outlines the construction steps to follow. The construction of small earth dams and water impoundments requires great care and skill. Poorly constructed dams are dangerous because they may break and cause flooding. A dam...Read more
Maintaining Structures for Springs
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Spring structures are easy to operate and maintain. One of the main advantages of springs as water sources is that they are inexpensive to develop. The structures needed to protect them require little attention after installation. No structure, however, is completely maintenance free. This...Read more
Operating and Maintaining a Biogas System
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes how to operate and maintain a biogas system. A biogas system is a means of digesting animal manure anaerobically to produce methane gas which is burned to provide heat or light. The system consists of one or more digester tanks, a gas holder, an arrangement of gas...Read more
Testing the Yield of Wells
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Testing the yield of a well is important to determine its capacity and to obtain information to help aid in selecting a permanent pump. This technical note describes how to test the entire yield of a well. Read the entire technical note before beginning the testing process.Read more
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