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

Kenya - Complex Emergency: Fact Sheet #18, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 17, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
According to the Kenya Long Rains Assessment report, overall annual crop production in 2008 declined 9% compared to 2007 and 12% compared to five-year average. As a result of crop shortfall, high commodity prices, post-election violence, livestock diseases, water shortages, and associated conflict...Read more
Regional focus: 
KenyaSub-Saharan Africa

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #6, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 16, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/FFP is providing an additional $7million contribution that will enable USAID/FFP to meet 40% of the food requirements as set out in the U.N. flash appeal launched on 9/12. President Preval stated that infrastructure (bridges and transport) are key priorities. Water has begun to recede...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #5, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 15, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
Improved sanitation and hygiene conditions and clean-up ops were emerging as priority response activities following initial distributions of food, safe drinking water, and relief commodities to most communities affected by recent storms. Some isolated, inaccessible communities have yet to receive...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #3, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 13, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/DART members reported challenging access and critical humanitarian conditions exist. Food distributions have improved but adequate food, safe drinking water, health services, and improved sanitation and hygiene services remain urgent. UNICEF reports sufficient water containers but areas...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #2, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 12, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
The OCHA reported a river north of Gonaives overflowed and is causing further flooding. Lower areas in Gonaives remain inaccessible preventing broader relief efforts. Hygiene kits, water relief supplies, etc. have been delivered to affected areas.Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #1, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008

Published: 
September 11, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
Throughout August a tropical storm and hurricane passed over Haiti resulting in heavy rains and winds. USAID/OFDA has allocated $7.5million in humanitarian assistance and the total value of USG humanitarian assistance is $20million. The GOH requested international support for the three phases of...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

USAID Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance

U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA leads and coordinates the U.S. Government's humanitarian assistance efforts overseas. The Office responds to an average of 70 disasters in more than 50 countries every year, ensuring that aid reaches people affected by rapid onset disasters, including earthquakes, volcanoes, and...Read more

Sanitation Marketing: Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Enterprise Development (Watershed) Project - Cambodia

U.S. Agency for International Development
One pager on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Enterprise Development (WaterSHED) Project in Cambodia.Read more
Regional focus: 
CambodiaEast Asia and Pacific

Ghana Small Grants Facility Informational Document

Relief InternationalU.S. Agency for International Development
While this was used to promote the small grants facility that was used to help households meet the financial burden of improved sanitation facilities, it can help other organizations include this activity in various programs.Read more
Regional focus: 
GhanaSub-Saharan Africa

Using Rainwater to Grow Livable Communities: Regulatory and Incentive Systems

National Water Research Institute
A one page overview of the incentives that can be used to motivate municipality residents to save water and implement sustainable water practices.Read more

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