Water, Sanitation, Hygiene
According to the Centers for Disease Control, global access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene education can reduce illness and death from disease, leading to improved health, poverty reduction, and socio-economic development. However, many countries are challenged to provide these basic necessities to their populations, leaving people at risk for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)-related diseases. Resources available within this theme offer information on providing access to safe water and appropriate sanitation facilities, and introducing sound hygiene behaviors.
Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Resources
Urban Waterways Rainwater Harvesting: Guidance for Homeowners
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June 1, 2008The National Institutes for Water Resources
Although rainwater harvesting has been practiced for thousands of years, recent concerns over water supplies and the environment have prompted many homeowners to consider using rainwater harvesting systems. While advanced systems are available from consultants and vendors, a homeowner can construct...Read more
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United States, North AmericaArsenic in Arizona Ground Water -- Source and Transport Characteristics
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May 1, 2008The National Institutes for Water Resources
Following on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's 'Arsenic Rule' decision to lower the allowable arsenic content in drinking water from 50 to 10 parts per billion (ppb) or less, public water systems were required to meet the lower limit by January 23, 2006. Private well owners...Read more
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United States, North AmericaQuarterly Program Performance Report 1 of 2001: Appropriate Technology for Wastewater Treatment and Reuse in Rural Middle East Areas -- Reporting Period January 1, 2001-March 31, 2001
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April 10, 2001U.S. Agency for International Development
Progress report detailing work on irrigation networks, tree transplants, wetland and polishing pond construction, evaluative studies for the construction of a full scale treatment plant, pilot plant construction, pathogen testing, and educational workshops in Middle East North AfricaRead more
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Middle East and North AfricaPublications Catalog 1999: International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
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January 1, 2000U.S. Agency for International Development
This is a list of relevant International Water Management Institute publications from 1999 and their associated costs.Read more
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South East AsiaBunds and Bugs in West Africa: Does Rice Irrigation Threaten Farmers' Health?
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January 1, 1999U.S. Agency for International Development
Wetland water management and irrigation schemes are thought to make a vector borne disease endemic worse in West Africa. The development and promotion of wetland/irrigated rice cultivation has been restrained because of such health concerns. With rapidly growing consumer demand for rice, and the...Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaWastewater Treatment Pilot Site, Sakhnin: A Project of The Appropriate Technology Consortium (ATC)
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January 1, 1999U.S. Agency for International Development
This document focuses on the Appropriate Technology Consortium and it's applications to wastewater treatment and reuse systems in rural areas of the middle east. This includes a pilot wastewater treatment plant in Israel and the establishment of wastewater reuse and irrigation pilot in Egypt...Read more
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Middle East and North AfricaUkraine: Potential Lviv Water Service Improvement Demonstration Projects
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April 1, 1997U.S. Agency for International Development, CH2M HILL
The aim of this report is to assist the Ukrainian city of Lviv with: engineering support, equipment installation and project management to improve residential water supply in Lviv. CH2M Hill was hired to conduct filed assessment of potential water service improvement projects and submit a proposed...Read more
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UkraineNational Strategy for Private Sector Participation in the Wastewater Sector in Tunisia: Final
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April 1, 1996U.S. Agency for International Development
The objective of this study is to define the parameters that should guide the transfer of responsibility for wastewater services. Based on the objectives identified by consensus during working group meetings in February 1995, the study was carried out with consistent reference to a number of...Read more
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Tunisia, Middle East and North AfricaGroundwater Markets in Pakistan: Participation and Productivity
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January 1, 1996U.S. Agency for International Development
This study is part of a multifaceted study of agricultural production and rural poverty in Pakistan. Water markets provide one of the most promising institutional mechanisms for increasing access to irrigation from groundwater, particularly for tenants and small farmers in South Asia. This...Read more
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Pakistan, South East AsiaProject Definition Reports: EIA [environmental impact assessment] Project Paper Technical Assistance for the Water and Sanitation District Project
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August 1, 1995U.S. Agency for International Development
The St. Anne Parish suffers from poor environmental management, lack of water and sewerage services to critical areas, and lack of sufficient resources to adequately maintain the infrastructure. These problems threaten public health, diminish water supplies and adversely impact water quality. This...Read more
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