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
The Glacial Lake Handbook: Reducing Risk from Dangerous Glacial Lakes in the Cordillera Blanca, Peru
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February 1, 2014U.S. Agency for International Development
Although glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) have occurred repeatedly in many places around the world, perhaps no country has as much experience with managing such lakes as Peru. This technical report is a distillation of the experiences and knowledge acquired during seven decades of active lake...Read more
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Peru, Latin America and the CaribbeanUSAID Ecuador: 52 Years of Partnership
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December 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development
Since 1961, the Government of Ecuador and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have worked in partnership on countless innovative and sustainable programs to advance Ecuador's development objectives, including most recently the country's National Plan for Good...Read more
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Ecuador, Latin America and the CaribbeanSpring Haiti Work plan Fy14
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October 2, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development
The ongoing political turmoil and frequent natural disasters in Haiti, such as the earthquake of 2010, have significantly affected food security and livelihoods, which have in turn affected the nutrition status of the population. The country has seen limited progress in reducing malnutrition in the...Read more
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Haiti, Latin 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 Corporate Ecosystem Services Review Case Study: Anglo American
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January 1, 2013U.S. Agency for International Development, World 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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Brazil, Latin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #12, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 29, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
According to a USAID implementing partner, local staff conducted an assessment of Petite Riviere de l'Artibonite, Artibonite Department, and determined ongoing needs for food assistance. As of September 27, approximately 1,194 IDPs remained in seven shelters. Prior to September 24, when...Read more
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Haiti, Latin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #11, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 26, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
On September 26, a third USAID/OFDA-chartered aircraft arrived in Port au Prince with 5,088 hygiene kits, 4,350 ten-liter water containers, and three 10,000-liter water bladders from the USAID/OFDA warehouse in Miami, Florida. Worth more than $96,000, including transport, the additional...Read more
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Haiti, Latin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #9, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 22, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/DART and CDC staff noted need for soap, mosquito nets, access to potable water, and medical supplies in shelters in Gonaives. CDC staff is coordinating with headquarters to provide diagnostic kits and training to the Haitian national Laboratory to increase local diagnostic capacity in...Read more
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Haiti, Latin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #10, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 22, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
In Bainet, USAID/DART staff reported that Hurricane Gustav had destroyed 23 homes and damaged 236 others, according to the Mayor's office. Approximately 908 individuals are residing in temporary shelters in Bainet, according to the USAID/DART. ' USAID/DART staff noted damage to the...Read more
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Haiti, Latin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #8, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 18, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
A number of communities remain inaccessible and the humanitarian situation remains unclear. IOM noted need for adequate sanitation in shelters in Gonaives. A major disease outbreak has not occurred but IOM reported that diarrhea has affected more than 50% of IDPs in shelters.Read more
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