Productivity and Efficiency
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, water efficiency is the smart use of our water resources through water-saving technologies and simple steps. Using water efficiently will help ensure reliable water supplies today and for future generations. Topics addressed in this theme provide insights, lessons, and guidance on how diverse stakeholders are working to improve water management and reduce water use.
Productivity and Efficiency Resources
Xylem's "Essence of Life" BoP Business Model
Published:
March 13, 2013Xylem, Inc.
Xylem takes academics to action in the deployment of our Essence of Life business model, driving shared value between our hybrid value chain partners and our rural customers. Read all about this exciting execution in this white paper, recently presented in both India and the Philippines.Read more
Regional focus:
IndiaSouth East AsiaICT and AG Profile: Nano Ganesh
Published:
January 1, 2012U.S. Agency for International Development
Nano Ganesh is a remote control system for controlling water pumps by mobile phone. Once the device is connected to a water pump by attaching it to the electric starter, farmers can use their mobile phone to access to their water pump remotely. Using a unique code number, farmers can turn the pump...Read more
Regional focus:
IndiaSouth East AsiaInternational Shortcourses, Workshops and Conferences on Irrigation Management and Related Topics
Published:
January 1, 1990U.S. Agency for International Development
This document contains a calendar of international short courses, workshops, and conferences on irrigation management and related topics.Read more
Regional focus:
IndiaSouth East AsiaImproving Agricultural Production through Farm Water Management
Published:
January 1, 1978U.S. Agency for International Development
This booklet describes the benefits of irrigation system improvement for on-farm management in Pakistan. The major technical procedures that were used in the study to accomplish the improvements have included watercourse rehabilitation, land leveling, better field water application methods and...Read more
Regional focus:
PakistanSouth East AsiaInternational Center for Aquaculture
Published:
July 1, 1970U.S. Agency for International Development
This brochure discusses the recognition which Auburn University received for work done in the field of fisheries and land management. An overview is provided to the work done at Auburn and the improvements in fishing technologies and applicability to areas outside of the United States.Read more
Regional focus:
United StatesNorth AmericaiDE Supplying Micro-Irrigation Equipment to the Developing World
iDE
This provides a brief overview of iDE's Global Supply arm, which supplies affordable, simple, and appropriate products and technical support worldwide.Read more
Multiple Use Systems Developed By iDE
iDE
This provides a brief overview of iDE's multiple use water system (MUS). MUS is a water management approach that provides households in rural communities with access to domestic and productive water through a single system.Read more
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