Integrated Water Resource Management
As defined by the Global Water Partnership, integrated water resource management is a process which promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land, and related resources in order to maximize the resultant economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising the sustainability of vital ecosystems. Resources available within this theme provide guidance on how to conserve and restore watersheds, reduce pollution, adapt to climate change and reduce risks from floods and droughts.
Integrated Water Resource Management Resources
Adapting Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems to Stormwater Management in an Informal Setting
Published:
January 1, 2011Worcester Polytechnic Institute
A major problem in the informal settlement of Monwabisi Park, Cape Town, is flooding caused by the low-lying topography and lack of stormwater management systems. Conducting a case study and working with local residents, we created a guidebook that analyzed the physical and social conditions...Read more
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South AfricaComparison Tables of State Nutrient Trading Programs in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
Published:
May 1, 2011World Resources Institute
These tables serve as a reference document containing key design elements of nutrient trading programs in four Chesapeake Bay States: Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.Read more
How Bay-wide Nutrient Trading Could Benefit Pennsylvania Farms
Published:
August 1, 2010World Resources Institute
This working paper evaluates the opportunities for Pennsylvania farms to sell nutrient credits in a proposed nutrient trading program in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.Read more
Farm Irrigation Structures
Published:
March 1, 1983U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
A handbook of information on small irrigation structures is presented. Individual sections treat: delivery channels and ditches and control, water measuring, and other structures; low pressure pipe systems; construction and installation of ditches and pipes; and operation and maintenance...Read more
Taking a Water Sample
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes how to take a proper water sample to test the water quality.Read more
Conducting Sanitary Surveys to Determine Acceptable Surface Water Sources
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes factors and their importance in determining existing and potential sources of contamination of a water source.Read more
Designing Small Dams
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note outlines the steps that must be taken to design small earth dams: -location of suitable site -design of the dam embankment -design the spillway.Read more
Planning How to Use Sources of Ground Water
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note discusses planning and implementation of these eight activities: -recognize the problem -set objectives -collect data -formulate alternatives -select suitable method -maintain system -evaluate system.Read more
Methods of Developing Sources of Ground Water
Published:
January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Wells are used to developer extract ground water. A well is simply a hole that pierces an aquifer so that water may be pumped or lifted out. Wells can be classified according to their method of construction. Five types are: - hand-dug - driven - jetted - bored - cable tool.Read more
Water for the World: Planning Disease Control Programs
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January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Document provides 8 steps to comprising a comprehensive disease control program. Each step is intended to assure that all relevant problems and possibilities are considered in the development, implementation and evaluation of a program or project. The steps are essential for mobilizing community...Read more
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