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

Getting More from the U.S. Farm Conservation Water Quality Budget

World Resources Institute
The U.S. Department of Agriculture could potentially spend part of its budget for water quality improvements seven to 12 times more cost effectively than it does now. A new WRI analysis shows how and explains why USDA isn't already doing so, and proposes ways to make a complex policy a reality.Read more

Soil Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) Modeling Workshop

Graham Sustainability Institute at the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan Water Center, together with the Western Lake Erie Basin Partnership, the International Joint Commission, and LimnoTech, hosted a Great Lakes SWAT Modeling Workshop on March 18-19, 2014. The event featured presentations from several modeling groups, as well as break out...Read more
Regional/Country focus:
United States

Water Conservation in Urban Households

Publication date:
April 1, 2014
Alliance 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

Aqueduct Country and River Basin Rankings Map

World Resources Institute
This map shows countries and river basins' average exposure to five of Aqueduct's water risk indicators: baseline water stress, interannual variability, seasonal variability, flood occurrence, and drought severity. Risk exposure scores are available for every country (except Greenland and...Read more

Water Risks on the Rise for Three Global Energy Production Hot Spots

World Resources Institute
This document highlights key findings from Wood Mackenzie's report on the interdependence of water and energy production. The report found that three energy sectors face particularly high water risks: shale gas in the United States, coal production and coal-fired power in China, and crude oil...Read more

Preparing Urban Water Use Productivity and Efficiency Plans

Preparing Urban Water Use Productivity and Efficiency Plans provides detailed approaches to developing and implementing a water conservation plan. This book covers the broad spectrum of conservation planning for urban communities including achieving more Productivity and Efficiency from:...Read more

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