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
Capitalizing Knowledge, Connecting Communities (Ck2C) Final Report 2007-2013
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September 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development
The Capitalizing Knowledge, Connecting Communities (CK2C) program operated from October, 2007 to September, 2013. Originally conceived as a program with three components and a duration of 2 years, it blossomed into a 6-year program with four components. The program was diverse, but in essence...Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaBuilding Local Well Drilling Capacity in Senegal
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August 1, 2013Relief InternationalU.S. Agency for International Development
An overview of various well drilling technologies and their costs, this document also provides a case for the adoption of manually drilling wells where appropriate. Manually drilling wells, when professionalized, can be completed at the same level of quality as mechanized rigs but at 1/4 of the...Read more
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SenegalSub-Saharan AfricaCase Studies Analyzing the Economic Benefits of Low Impact Development and Green Infrastructure Programs
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August 1, 2013The National Institutes for Water Resources
This report was prepared to help utilities, state and municipal agencies, and other storm water professionals understand the potential benefits of their low impact development (LID) and green infrastructure (GI) programs. The objectives are to highlight different evaluation methods that have...Read more
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United StatesNorth AmericaWater Stress and Changing Hydrology in Glacier-Dependent Countries in Asia
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June 1, 2013Skoll Global Threats FundU.S. Agency for International Development
Using data from FAO's global information system on water and agriculture (AQUASAT) and its own population estimates, the World Bank calculated the renewable water resources for 214 countries.Read more
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South East AsiaWater and Energy Nexus Research Database
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June 1, 2013Alliance for Water Efficiency
This database was compiled by GEI Consultants, Inc. and is sponsored by the Alliance for Water Efficiency and catalogues major, publicly available research that addresses the nexus between water and energy resources. For more information about this database, please refer to "Water?Energy...Read more
Solutions for Urban Flood Management
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May 30, 2013Xylem, Inc.
Cities all around the world regularly confront natural disasters that threaten human lives, livelihoods and the natural environment upon which we all depend. in a world where many cities are growing rapidly and facing increasing exposure to water scarcity, changes in weather patterns, and other...Read more
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ArgentinaLatin America and the CaribbeanLatin America and the Caribbean - Newsletter: April FY 2013
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April 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development
Brief document offers snapshot of USAID/OFDA foreign disaster assistance for Latin America, the Caribbean, San Jose and Costa Rica.Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanThe Asia Foundation - Political Economy Analysis of the Teesta River Basin
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March 1, 2013Skoll Global Threats FundU.S. Agency for International Development
The Asia Foundation (TAF) in partnership with civil society organizations in India and Bangladesh began a political economy analysis of the Teesta River Basin. Based on field work on either side of the India-Bangladesh border, the analysis sought to identify the drivers of change for reforming...Read more
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South East AsiaCase Study: Aqueduct Informs Owens Corning Corporate Water Strategy
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February 1, 2013World Resources Institute
This working paper aims to help Owens Corning, a leading producer of glass-fiber reinforcements and residential and commercial building materials, and other companies deepen their understanding of external water supply-related threats and inform on how to shape improvements to their corporate water...Read more
The Corporate Ecosystem Services Review Case Study: Anglo American
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January 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentWorld Resources Institute
The Brazilian government plans to increase metal ore output by 30 percent by 2030, with an increase in extraction from the Amazon region. This is a significant business opportunity for mining companies, but balancing commercial and conservation efforts presents a challenge. Anglo American, a large...Read more
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