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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.

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National Drought Mitigation Center

Published: 
January 1, 2014
Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska
Several DWFI faculty fellows work for the National Drought Mitigation Center, located at the University of Nebraska-LincolnRead 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

Drought Preparedness and Response

Published: 
January 1, 2011
Alliance for Water Efficiency
Preparing for drought and water shortages before they occur is the best defense. Manual M60 will help water managers facing water shortages by illustrating how to employ tried-and-true strategies and tactics of drought mitigation, as well as new tools and methods.Read more

The Issues and Challenges of Reducing Non-Revenue Water

Published: 
January 1, 2010
Alliance for Water Efficiency
One of the major challenges facing water utilities is the high level of water loss in distribution networks. If a large proportion of water that is supplied is lost, meeting consumer demands is much more difficult. Since this water yields no revenue, heavy losses also make it harder to keep water...Read more

Water Audits and Loss Control Programs, Third Edition

Published: 
January 1, 2009
Alliance for Water Efficiency
AWWA manual M36 provides complete operating guidance on water audits, leak detection, and water loss control programs for drinking water systems.The third edition is significantly expanded with important new information has been added on a major advancement in water-auditing methodology...Read more

Water Loss Control, Second Edition

Published: 
June 1, 2008
Alliance for Water Efficiency
This comprehensive guide takes you step by step through every stage of the development of a water loss control program--from measuring and auditing water loss, tracking losses to their root cause, to developing a loss control program for future efficiency. Inside, you'll find precise...Read more

M52 Water Conservation Programs A Planning Manual

Published: 
June 1, 2005
Alliance for Water Efficiency
This manual provides guidance for municipal water resources managers on developing a citywide or regional water conservation plan. The manual describes goal setting, water use analysis, potential savings, costs and benefits, conservation techniques and rate setting, responsibilities of stakeholders...Read more

Commercial Restroom Water Audits

Alliance for Water Efficiency
This page provides information on water saving tips for toilets (water closets) , urinals, lavatory faucets, and showerheads.Read more

Water Loss Control

Alliance for Water Efficiency
Water Loss Control - water efficiency practices of water suppliers - is an emerging field of practice that should be better incorporated into the drinking water utility industry in order to ensure efficiency of safe drinking water, which is the backbone of civilized society. The AWE Resource...Read more

Commercial Food Service Introduction

Alliance for Water Efficiency
Escalating energy costs in the past few years resulted in food service operators focusing more attention on their utility bills and seeking ways to reduce costs. Hearing this, the manufacturers of restaurant equipment and fittings have responded with research, development, and production of new and...Read more

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