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
Does Micro-Irrigation Matter? a Quasi-Experimental Impact Evaluation in Zambia
iDE
This study is an evaluation of the impact of micro-irrigation technology investment, farmer-group membership, and agricultural training on various measures of household income, crop production, crop diversification, and value added for an innovative project conduced by iDE with smallholder farmers...Read more
Regional focus:
ZambiaSub-Saharan AfricaElectrical Grid Expansion in iDE African Regions
iDE
This paper synthesizes information gathered by iDE Technology and Innovation Group on electric grid expansion and rural electrification in iDE's 5 African Country Programs (Ghana, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Mozambique).Read more
Regional focus:
Sub-Saharan AfricaDesign and Evaluation of Small Plot Irrigation for Agricultural Development
iDE
This manual, based on iDE's practices, is intended for practitioners from all disciplines who are assisting smallholder farmers in designing and evaluating small-plot irrigation systems.Read more
A Model for Pro-Poor Wealth Creation Through Small-Plot Irrigation and Integrated Service Provision
iDE
This paper relates to the field experience of iDE in strengthening linkages between irrigation development and poverty alleviation. Data from field projects in Nepal and India suggest that iDE's methodology can lead to significant additional income for small farmers and other micro and small...Read more
Multiple Use Systems Developed By iDE
iDE
This provides a brief overview of iDE's multiple use water system (MUS). MUS is a water management approach that provides households in rural communities with access to domestic and productive water through a single system.Read more
MUS Video (Gravity MUS)
iDE
This Gravity MUS video is about the MUS programs that were designed and implemented by iDE in different districts in Nepal. Video production credited to Bimala Rai Colavito (a volunteer at iDE).Read more
Regional focus:
South East AsiaDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.