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
USAID Water and Development Strategy, 2013-2018
Foundation CenterU.S. Agency for International Development
The first global Water and Development Strategy outlines the approach that will guide USAID's water programming through 2018. The Strategy emphasizes sustainability, working through host country systems, using emerging science and technology, and learning from past efforts.Read more
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United StatesNorth AmericaWater and Development Strategy: Implementation Field Guide
Foundation CenterU.S. Agency for International Development
This periodically updated document is intended to serve as a reference tool to help USAID Operating Units understand and apply the agency's 2013-2018 Water and Development Strategy. By publicly sharing the document, USAID aims to ensure coordination of their efforts with the wider water sector.Read more
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United StatesNorth AmericaPlatte Basin Timelapse Project
Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska
A multimedia and time lapse photography project of the Platte River Basin led by DWFI faculty fellows Michael Forsberg and Michael FarrellRead more
Asset Management Resources
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
As the practice of asset management has grown in recent years, an extensive body of resources has become available to help develop the U.S. EPA's knowledge and practice of asset management. This includes resources for utilities, such as software and guidebooks, as well as resources to help our...Read more
Water Conservation Planning Introduction
Alliance for Water EfficiencyU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
One of the first steps when starting a water conservation program is developing a water conservation plan.�Developing a sound water conservation plan is a multi-step process that requires thought and effort.� A number of conservation planning guidance documents are available to assist in the...Read more
Water Conservation in Urban Households
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April 1, 2014Alliance for Water Efficiency
Conservation of water resources is one of the important aspects of ensuring sustainable development of cities and should incorporate environmental, social and economic dimensions. This book highlights the importance of using water efficiently in urban households, in both developed and developing...Read more
Seasonal Prediction of Hydro-Climatic Extremes in the Greater Horn of Africa under Evolving Climate Conditions to Support Adaptation Strategies
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January 1, 2014Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska
DWFI faculty fellow Tsegaye Tadesse is the lead PI on this multidisciplinary, multi-institution, 3-year, $1.4 million grantRead more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaPartnering for Water and Energy Savings Webinar
Published:
November 1, 2013Alliance for Water Efficiency
This webinar explores the options for water and energy utilities to work together, and provides guidance as well as specific examples of successful programs in the field.�Featured in the webinar�are two research reports that address the opportunities for partnership and the current barriers...Read more
Ecohydrology and Hydrogeophysics Science Lab
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January 1, 2013Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska
DWFI faculty fellow Trenton Franz's laboratory website with research and publications linksRead more
Groundwater Use and Re-Use in the Transboundary Santa Cruz River Basin
The National Institutes for Water Resources
The fourth edition of the World Water Development Report (WWDR4), 'Managing Water under Uncertainty and Risk' was recently launched at the 6th World Water Forum in Marseille by Irina Bokova, UNESCO Director General, and Michel Jarraud, UN-Water Chair. The WWDR4 is a comprehensive review...Read more
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