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
Implementacion Al Proyecto Santa Elena, MFM - Ecuador
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December 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
The scarcity of surface waters in the Santa Elena peninsula has created the need for development of underground waters. The NFM/FFH Director in Ecuador with assistance of AID and WASH, has directed the efforts to implement the project of developing underground water for agriculture and human...Read more
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EcuadorLatin America and the CaribbeanA Proposed Action Plan for a National Training Program in the Water Sector for the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
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September 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
A national action plan is presented for training Government of Jordan (GOJ) water sector personnel. After a review of water supply organizations, planned facilities, personnel needs, and available educational/training institutions, the project's objectives are set forth, along with a...Read more
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JordanMiddle East and North AfricaIrrigation Development Options and Investment Strategies for the 1980'S: Sri Lanka
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September 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
Rather than explicitly considering irrigation development options, this paper identifies the problems facing Sri Lanka's irrigation sector and offers recommendations for their resolution. First, the Government of Sri Lanka has not given sufficient attention to the role of irrigation in future...Read more
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Sri LankaSouth East AsiaProceedings of a Workshop on Water Quality Management and Pollution Control
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August 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
The proceedings a workshop on water quality management and pollution control, sponsored by the Government of Kenya and USAID in 1982.Read more
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KenyaSub-Saharan AfricaIrrigation Water Pumping Technologies: a Brief Overview
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August 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Various published sources are collated to present a description of 12 technologies used for pumping irrigation water. The pump technologies are grouped under three categories: (1) human powered (simple hand, pendulum, rower, diaphragm, bellows, and chain/bucket pumps, the Archimedean screw, and...Read more
Program Implementation for the Decade for Water
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July 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
A summary of a book entitled "Safe Water and Waste Disposal for Rural Health: A Program Guide" published as a part of a "Water for the World" materials.Read more
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United StatesNorth AmericaIrrigation Development Options and Investment Strategies for the 1980'S: General Asian Overview
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May 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
Four papers on A.I.D.'s irrigation investment options and strategies for Asia are presented. The first two papers review, respectively, reports prepared by interdisciplinary study teams for Bangladesh, Northwest India, Pakistan, and Northeast Thailand and reports prepared by an Asia Bureau...Read more
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East Asia and PacificCapability of the American Public Health Association to Provide Services in Water Supply and Sanitation
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March 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This document outlines the capabilities, work record, and resources of the American Public Health Association (APHA) for responding to field requests in water supply and sanitation.Read more
Annual Report of Mona Reclamation Experimental Project, July 1980 - June 1981
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February 4, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Agricultural production in the Indus Plan is low as compared to similar areas in other parts of the world. This situation exists despite the fact that the fertile Indus Plain has a potential to increase the production by 3 to 4 times, many constraints have been recognized for low yields, among...Read more
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PakistanSouth East AsiaProject Review for Bakel Small Irrigated Perimeters Project: Senegal
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January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
Evaluates irrigation/integrated farming project in Senegal's Bakel region. Special evaluation covers the period 3/80-11/81 and is based on document review, extensive site visits, and interviews with farmers, administrators, and project and other-donor personnel. The project has not adhered to...Read more
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SenegalSub-Saharan AfricaDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.