Governance
As defined by the UNDP Water Governance Facility, water governance is determined by the political, social, economic, and administrative systems that are in place. These systems can both directly and indirectly affect the use, development, and management of water resources and the delivery of water services delivery at different levels of society. Improving governance for economic, environmental, and social sustainability is possible through the establishment of stronger public and private institutions, policies, legislation, and processes. Topics addressed in this theme include the principles of equity and efficiency, water administration, the roles of government and other stakeholders, and the frameworks to balance water use between socio-economic activities and ecosystems.
Governance Resources
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Nebraska Water-Related Research Database
Water Security - Contamination Warning System White Papers
Federal Support Toolbox for Integrated Water Resources Management
U.S. Drought Monitor Forecasts
United States Interagency Elevation Inventory
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