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
Tuntang/Jragung Rivers Basins Integrated Development Plan; Special Report I, Municipal and Industrial Water Supply
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November 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
This report projects water demands for the city of Semarang to the year 2000. This was done by making population projections to the year 2000 based upon acquired population data in 1978 and analysis of anticipated growth. The analysis of anticipated growth will be based substantially upon historic...Read more
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Indonesia, East Asia and PacificDevelopment of Irrigated Agriculture in Upper Volta: Proposals for a Second Program, 1980-1985
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October 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
A study mission went to Upper Volta to examine conditions in the irrigated farming sector with the competent authorities, reviewed the status of programs and their implementation and discussed operations for the coming years. The conclusions and recommendations are presented in this report.Read more
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Burkina Faso, Sub-Saharan AfricaDevelopment of Irrigated Agriculture in Gambia: General Overview and Prospects, Proposals for a Second Program, 1980-1985
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October 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
A mission of experts examined the present status of irrigation and irrigated farming projects in Gambia with national officials, drafted an appraisal of the first program, analyzed prospects and compiled the necessary materials and data for the design of the second program. Specifically the mission...Read more
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Gambia, The, Sub-Saharan AfricaDevelopment of Irrigated Agriculture in Mali: General Overview and Prospects, Proposals for a Second Program, 1980-1985
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October 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
Experts visited Mali to study the status of irrigation and irrigated farming projects in Mali. The mission attempted to: analyze the main constraints to developing irrigation at the national level, making proposals to overcome these constraints, identifying future studies, gathering data on the new...Read more
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Mali, Sub-Saharan AfricaSavanna Regional Water Resources and Land Use Project; Semi-Annual Report No. 12, January 1-March 31, 1979
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March 31, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
The goal of this project is to contribute to the rational development of water resources in the West African Savanna region as required for agricultural development, human and animal consumption, and with due consideration for the ecological effects of such development. The purpose is to assist...Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaCameroon: Rural Water Sector - A Preliminary Study
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January 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
This study reflects that a water supply is a small part of a much larger social system , and that while there may be general agreement on what should be done, there is often general confusion on how to do it. This report provides an overview of the rural water sector in Cameroon and an introductory...Read more
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Cameroon, Sub-Saharan AfricaRecalibration of Small Cutthroat Flumes for Use in Pakistan: Special Technical Report
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January 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development, Colorado State University
THE MASTER PLANNING DIVISION OF THE WATER AND POWER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (WAPDA), GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN, HAS BEEN CONDUCTING WATERCOURS SURVEYS THROUGHOUT PAKISTAN IN THE LAST FEW YEARS. A BASIC DATA COMPONENT OF THIS SAMPLE SURVEY IS THE USE OF CUTTHROAT FLUMES FOR MEASURING FLOWS AND WATER...Read more
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Pakistan, South East AsiaProposed Water Management Program for Major Irrigation Schemes in Sri Lanka
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January 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development, CH2M HILL
Because of poor irrigation management, much of Sri Lanka's agricultural lands can be farmed only occasionally or only during the Maha season -- despite the fact that sufficient rainfall exists for one or more crops per year. The purpose of this study is to determine the institutional,...Read more
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Sri Lanka, South East AsiaWater Quality Management in Pond Fish Culture
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January 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
Presents a study of the variables in waste quality as they affect the survival, reproduction, growth, production, or management of fish. An attempt is made to define 'good' water quality. Information is presented which will be of help in: determining the potential of a body of water for...Read more
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United States, North AmericaSmall Cities Water Supply: TDY Report
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January 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
This report covers small cities water supply and involves the following scope of work: (1) Review available information and studies on the water supply and sanitation sector. (2) Review water supply and sanitation sector projects of YARG, USAID and other donors. (3) Identify possible small city...Read more
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Yemen, Rep., Middle East and North AfricaDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.