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
USAID Ecuador: 52 Years of Partnership
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December 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development
Since 1961, the Government of Ecuador and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have worked in partnership on countless innovative and sustainable programs to advance Ecuador's development objectives, including most recently the country's National Plan for Good...Read more
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Ecuador, Latin America and the CaribbeanSpring Haiti Work plan Fy14
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October 2, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development
The ongoing political turmoil and frequent natural disasters in Haiti, such as the earthquake of 2010, have significantly affected food security and livelihoods, which have in turn affected the nutrition status of the population. The country has seen limited progress in reducing malnutrition in the...Read more
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Haiti, Latin America and the CaribbeanThe Corporate Ecosystem Services Review Case Study: Anglo American
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January 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development, World Resources Institute
The Brazilian government plans to increase metal ore output by 30 percent by 2030, with an increase in extraction from the Amazon region. This is a significant business opportunity for mining companies, but balancing commercial and conservation efforts presents a challenge. Anglo American, a large...Read more
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Brazil, Latin America and the CaribbeanPromoting Community Participation in Municipal Services: Potable Water Project in Matagalpa, Nicaragua
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July 1, 1995U.S. Agency for International Development
In March 1991, the Municipality of Matagalpa, Nicaragua, reached an agreement with the national water authority to allow the municipality to assume administration of the municipal water system. This would be the nation's first experiment with decentralization of a utility service. Under the...Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanSustainability of Us-Supported Health, Population, and Nutrition Programs in Guatemala: a Review of Water Supply and Sanitation Projects (1955-1987)
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March 1, 1990U.S. Agency for International Development
U.S. government support for water supply and sanitation (WS&S) projects in Guatemala was initiated in 1943 by the Inter-American Cooperative Service for Public Health (SCISP). Except for a brief period during the 1950's, U.S. support for the sector has been continuous and has grown to...Read more
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Guatemala, Latin America and the CaribbeanAddendum to Final Report: Water Resources Study for Haiti
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July 1, 1980U.S. Agency for International Development
Harza Engineering Company was retained to conduct a study to construct exploratory test wells and make a preliminary assessment of ground water resources of the Plaine de l'Abre (Plaine) in Haiti. The study was conducted between September 1979 and July 1980 and involved review of previous...Read more
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Haiti, Latin America and the CaribbeanIrrigation Water Management in Ecuador
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January 1, 1973U.S. Agency for International Development
The thesis describes and analyzes irrigation water management in Ecuador. One of the primary thesis objectives is to discuss the different private and public administered entities which have irrigation water delivery programs and describe the function and role of each as water management...Read more
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Ecuador, Latin America and the CaribbeanGroundwater Extraction and the Water Balance
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January 1, 1973U.S. Agency for International Development
This report looks at groundwater extraction and the water balance. Groundwater extraction and net use are related to groundwater depletion and the water balance. Potential evapotranspiration, actual crop or vegetative evapotranspiration, dependability of precipitation, moisture deficits and...Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanImpact on Rural Incomes of Improved Water Management Practices in Milagro County, Ecuador
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January 1, 1972U.S. Agency for International Development
Farm budgets based on survey data are used to calculate the net revenue for average irrigated and unirrigated farms for four tenure classes on the Milagro irrigation project, Ecuador. Differences in net revenues between irrigated and unirrigated farms within each tenure class are assumed to be the...Read more
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Ecuador, Latin America and the CaribbeanIrrigation Requirements in Latin American Countries
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January 1, 1972U.S. Agency for International Development
A study on irrigation requirements in Latin American Countries. With increasing needs for the developments of their natural resources, many Latin American countries are placing increased emphasis upon irrigation and the evaluation of the availability of moisture requirements for agricultural...Read more
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