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

Crafting Institutions: Self-Governing Irrigation Systems

Published: 
January 1, 1992
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report outlines an approach to the design of irrigation institutions that is useful to officials in donor agencies, host governments, and other organizations involved in designing irrigation projects in developing countries. The crafting of irrigation institutions is an ongoing process that...Read more
Regional focus: 
United States

Executive Summary: Final Report on Institutional Development of The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB)

Published: 
August 1, 1991
U.S. Agency for International Development
The implementation timeframe of this institutional development effort was almost six a half years of continuing consultant input. Many lessons were l earned in this this period and many of these lessons are highly relevant, not just to the specific case of the National Water Supply and Drainage...Read more
Regional focus: 
Sri LankaSouth East Asia

Developing Sustainable Community Water Supply Systems: Key Questions for African Development Foundation Applicants

Published: 
November 1, 1989
U.S. Agency for International Development
The purpose of this paper is to provide information to groups applying to the African Development Foundation (ADF) about the factors to consider as they design a new community water supply system that will be both sustainable and successful in meeting the established needs of their community. This...Read more
Regional focus: 
Sub-Saharan Africa

Final Report: Environmental Assessment Tiu Kulit Dam Project -- Main Report, Including Mitigation Plan and Monitoring Plan

Published: 
October 1, 1989
U.S. Agency for International Development
The major objective of this environmental assessment is to inquire whether there are any probable major negative impacts of this project on the environment. Conversely, this report also assesses possible negative impacts of the environment on the function and efficiency of the project. Once...Read more
Regional focus: 
IndonesiaEast Asia and Pacific

Final Report: Environmental Assessment Tiu Kulit Dam Project -- Executive Summary

Published: 
October 1, 1989
U.S. Agency for International Development
The Tiu Kulit Dam Project will provide reliable irrigation to 1700 hectares in Sumbawa District of NTB Province by constructing a dam on the intermittent Tiu Kulit River. Experts from Indonesia and the United States have reviewed the project plans and concluded that it will accomplish its primary...Read more
Regional focus: 
IndonesiaEast Asia and Pacific

Assessment of USAID/El Salvador's Pilot Potable Water and Environmental Support Project

Published: 
May 1, 1988
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report presents the findings of an assessment conducted by WASH in Mag 1988 of USAID/El Salvador's Pilot Potable Water and Environmental Support Project. The assessment includes a review of the on-going pilot project and recommendations for its expansion. Read more
Regional focus: 
El SalvadorLatin America and the Caribbean

Audit of Cash Advances to Projects in Rwanda

Published: 
March 1, 1988
U.S. Agency for International Development
This audit report provides a complete audit of cash advances to projects in Rwanda in 1988.Read more
Regional focus: 
RwandaSub-Saharan Africa

Niger River Basin Planning River Systems Analysis - After Action Report

Published: 
July 1, 1987
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentU.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This report summarizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' experience in West Africa, addresses current and future uses of the Niger River, and provides the principles for continuation of water resources planning in the Niger River Basin.Read more
Regional focus: 
Sub-Saharan Africa

Fisheries Development Support Services (FDSS), 1 July 1982-30 June 1987

Published: 
June 1, 1987
U.S. Agency for International Development
The project purpose it to provide for the development and maintenance of a "Resource Center" at the recipient institution that will be a repository for skills and information in fishery development and management through the combination of applied research and practical experience; and to...Read more

USAID Handpump Program in Haiti

Published: 
September 1, 1984
U.S. Agency for International Development
In July 1981, AID directed WASH to institute a demonstration hand pump program in Haiti to determine whether or not a major hand pump program in Haiti was warranted. Experience has shown that the following four conditions must be met to ensure successful technology transfer: - There must be a...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

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