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

Managing Wet Weather With Green Infrastructure Municipal Handbook: Funding Options

Published: 
September 1, 2008
The National Institutes for Water Resources
Securing adequate, sustainable sources of funding for managing wet weather presents a significant challenge for towns and cities across the United States, and financial constraints frequently hinder the implementation of effective programs and practices at the local level. This situation is often...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Multi-Sector Disaster Risk Reduction as a Sustainable Development Template: the Bamako Flood Hazard Mitigation Project

Published: 
April 1, 2008
U.S. Agency for International Development
Flash flooding throughout Bamako, Mali in August 1999 resulted in death, destruction and significant economic losses for several thousand families. OFDA responded by providing funds to Action Contre La Faim (ACF) for local purchase and distribution of relief supplies to flood victims. Subsequent...Read more
Regional focus: 
MaliSub-Saharan Africa

Well Owners' Guide to Ground Water Resources in Yavapai County

Published: 
March 1, 2008
National Water Research Institute
An overview of the use of ground water in Yavapai County, Arizona, which includes specific goals for using water in an arid climate.Read more

Understanding the Complex Impacts of Drought: a Key to Enhancing Drought Mitigation and Preparedness

Published: 
January 11, 2007
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
A Journal of Water Resources Management article on drought by DWFI Faculty Fellows Don Wilhite, Mark Svoboda and Michael Hayes.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Paying for Environmental Performance: Using Reverse Auctions to Allocate Funding for Conservation

Published: 
January 1, 2007
World Resources Institute
This publication explains how reverse auctions can be used as a cost-effective method for allocating funding in US Farm Bill Conservation Programs.Read more

Conservation Best Management Practices, Cost-Share and Water Quality Trading Programs in the United States Department of Agriculture

Published: 
July 1, 2006
World Resources Institute
This policy note outlines economic and "fairness" reasons why supporting the sale of the cost-share portion of agricultural nutrient and sediment reductions is not the most appropriate policy for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and other government agencies to adopt.Read more

Final Report Covering Period 11/95-12/00: Development of a Geographic Information System for Assessment of Suitable Areas for Runoff Irrigation

Published: 
May 1, 2001
U.S. Agency for International Development
In arid regions like the experimental basin of the Sanzar river in Uzbekistan the agricultural activity is restricted by the small amount of river water. At the same time there are sufficient rain water resources during spring which can be harvested, stored in soil and used by plants during the dry...Read more
Regional focus: 
UzbekistanEurope and Central Asia

Quarterly Program Performance Report 1 of 2001: Appropriate Technology for Wastewater Treatment and Reuse in Rural Middle East Areas -- Reporting Period January 1, 2001-March 31, 2001

Published: 
April 10, 2001
U.S. Agency for International Development
Progress report detailing work on irrigation networks, tree transplants, wetland and polishing pond construction, evaluative studies for the construction of a full scale treatment plant, pilot plant construction, pathogen testing, and educational workshops in Middle East North AfricaRead more
Regional focus: 
Middle East and North Africa

Charging for Irrigation Water: The Issues and Options, With a Case Study From Iran

Published: 
January 1, 2001
U.S. Agency for International Development
Inadequate funding for maintenance of irrigation works and emerging shortages of water are prevalent problems. to combat them, the use of water charges to generate resources for maintenance and to reduce demand is widely advocated. Examples from other utilities and from the domestic/industrial...Read more
Regional focus: 
IranMiddle East and North Africa

Predicting Water Availability in Irrigation Tank Cascade Systems: The Cascade Water Balance Model

Published: 
January 1, 2001
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report presents "Cascade", a water balance model that can predict tank water availability in the Thirappane tank cascade system in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The model determines tank water availability on a daily basis for the purpose of improving productive use of the water...Read more
Regional focus: 
Sri LankaSouth East Asia

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