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

U.S. Drought Monitor Maps and Tables

Publication date:
July 8, 2014
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
U.S. Department of Agriculture
state, regional and national Drought Monitor tables from the present to 1/4/2000Read more

U.S. Drought Monitor Forecasts

Publication date:
July 8, 2014
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
U.S. Department of Agriculture
variety of forecasts, including soil moisture, fire outlook, western water supply, etc. Read more

U.S. Drought Monitor GIS Data

Publication date:
July 8, 2014
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
U.S. Department of Agriculture
county, state and national Drought Monitor GIS datasets from the present to 1/4/2000Read more

Vegetation Drought Response Index (VEGDRI)

Publication date:
June 30, 2014
U.S. Geological Survey
Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Institute at the University of Nebraska
The National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC) produces VegDRI in collaboration with the US Geological Survey's (USGS) Center for Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS), and the High Plains Regional Climate Center (HPRCC). Main researchers working on VegDRI are Dr. Brian Wardlow, with...Read more
Regional/Country focus:
United States
North America

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