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

Kenya - Complex Emergency: Fact Sheet #18, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 17, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
According to the Kenya Long Rains Assessment report, overall annual crop production in 2008 declined 9% compared to 2007 and 12% compared to five-year average. As a result of crop shortfall, high commodity prices, post-election violence, livestock diseases, water shortages, and associated conflict...Read more
Regional focus: 
KenyaSub-Saharan Africa

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #6, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 16, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/FFP is providing an additional $7million contribution that will enable USAID/FFP to meet 40% of the food requirements as set out in the U.N. flash appeal launched on 9/12. President Preval stated that infrastructure (bridges and transport) are key priorities. Water has begun to recede...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #5, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 15, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
Improved sanitation and hygiene conditions and clean-up ops were emerging as priority response activities following initial distributions of food, safe drinking water, and relief commodities to most communities affected by recent storms. Some isolated, inaccessible communities have yet to receive...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #3, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 13, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/DART members reported challenging access and critical humanitarian conditions exist. Food distributions have improved but adequate food, safe drinking water, health services, and improved sanitation and hygiene services remain urgent. UNICEF reports sufficient water containers but areas...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #2, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 12, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
The OCHA reported a river north of Gonaives overflowed and is causing further flooding. Lower areas in Gonaives remain inaccessible preventing broader relief efforts. Hygiene kits, water relief supplies, etc. have been delivered to affected areas.Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #1, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 11, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
Throughout August a tropical storm and hurricane passed over Haiti resulting in heavy rains and winds. USAID/OFDA has allocated $7.5million in humanitarian assistance and the total value of USG humanitarian assistance is $20million. The GOH requested international support for the three phases of...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Somalia - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #9, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 10, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
3.2 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance, a 77% increase since Jan 2008. Combined effects of consecutive seasons of failed or poor rainfall, continuing conflict, rising inflation, massive displacement, and diarrheal disease outbreaks have severely exacerbated food security...Read more
Regional focus: 
SomaliaSub-Saharan Africa

Managing Wet Weather With Green Infrastructure Municipal Handbook: Funding Options

Published: 
September 1, 2008
The National Institutes for Water Resources
Securing adequate, sustainable sources of funding for managing wet weather presents a significant challenge for towns and cities across the United States, and financial constraints frequently hinder the implementation of effective programs and practices at the local level. This situation is often...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Somalia - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #8, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
August 13, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
2.6 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. Combined effects of consecutive seasons of failed or poor rainfall, continuing conflict, rising inflation, massive displacement, and diarrheal disease outbreaks have severely exacerbated food security situation and resulted in an increase...Read more
Regional focus: 
SomaliaSub-Saharan Africa

Somalia - Complex Emergency: Situation Report #7, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
July 16, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
2.6 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. Combined effects of consecutive seasons of failed or poor rainfall, continuing conflict, rising inflation, massive displacement, and diarrheal disease outbreaks have severely exacerbated food security situation and resulted in an increase...Read more
Regional focus: 
SomaliaSub-Saharan Africa

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