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

Structure and Performance of Wholesale Marketing of Finfish in Costa Rica

Published: 
July 1, 1979
U.S. Agency for International Development
This study looks at structure and performance of wholesale marketing of finfish in Costa Rica. This paper is one in a series of studies on small scale fisheries development in less developed countries. The data for the study were obtained from field surveys of the Costa Rican small scale fishery by...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Future Orientation Among the Small-Scale Fishermen of the Northwest Coast of Costa Rica

Published: 
July 1, 1979
U.S. Agency for International Development
This study looks at future orientation among the small-scale fishermen of the northwest coast of Costa Rica. An important component to be considered in any situation of proposed techno-economic change is the temporal perspective of the population involved. It is clear that participation in change...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Ethnoicthyology of Small-Scale Fishermen of Puntarenas, Costa Rica I: Taxonomy

Published: 
June 1, 1979
U.S. Agency for International Development
Its obvious that it is necessary to understand a given system if one wishes to effect desired changes within it. If human beings compose one of the units within the system, and if their actions are necessary to effect the desired changes, then it is essential to understand their perceptions of...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Investigation Into the Microbiological Quality of Fish in Guatemala and Costa Rica

Published: 
January 1, 1978
U.S. Agency for International Development
Two preliminary surveys were made on the quality of fish caught by artisan fishers in Costa Rica and Guatemala. The presence of microbiological contamination was tested from point of catch to sale in Costa Rica, and in various retail markets in Guatemala. Observations were made on sanitary...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Artisanal Fisheries in Costa Rica

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
A SHORT, DESCRIPTIVE REPORT COVERING THE PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE COSTA RICAN COAST; MARINE SPECIES UTILIZED; THE FISHERMEN; PRODUCTION; ARTISANAL FISHING METHODS; FISHING ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS; THE MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION SECTOR; PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT; AND THE...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Plan for a Surface Irrigation System for the Taboga Exp. Station, Costa Rica

Published: 
April 1, 1973
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report is based on a brief trip to Costa Rica by J.E. Christiansen and Rex F. Nielson to provide technical assistance in the planning of an irrigation and drainage system for the Taboga Experimental Station in the Province of Guanacaste. A three-day visit was made to the area, and shorter...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Irrigation Requirements and Water Balance, Arenal Proposed Project, Costa Rica

Published: 
June 1, 1972
U.S. Agency for International Development
ICE has completed a preliminary study for the construction of a dam and reservoir on the Rio Arenal. The principal purpose is the production of electrical energy. Construction of this power facility will make available an adequate supply of irrigation for a large area of agricultural lands in...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Wastewater Treatment Upgrade Helps Paper Manufacturer Meet Environmental Standards and Save on Operating Cost

RWL Water
Case study that shows how RWL Water help an industrial paper manufacturing plant in italy upgrade its wastewater treatment. Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa Rica

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