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
Climate-Resilient Development: a Framework for Understanding and Addressing Climate Change
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March 1, 2014U.S. Agency for International Development
This climate-resilient development framework facilitates the systematic inclusion of climate considerations in development decision-making. The framework's objective is to support the development process by assisting development practitioners in identifying, evaluating, selecting, implementing...Read more
Building Local Well Drilling Capacity in Senegal
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August 1, 2013Relief InternationalU.S. Agency for International Development
An overview of various well drilling technologies and their costs, this document also provides a case for the adoption of manually drilling wells where appropriate. Manually drilling wells, when professionalized, can be completed at the same level of quality as mechanized rigs but at 1/4 of the...Read more
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SenegalSub-Saharan AfricaEasy Watering in 6 Steps - Drip Irrigation Installation Guide
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September 1, 2012iDE
This manual, produced by Proximity Design (formerly iDE Myanmar) provides step-by-step instructions for the installation of a low-pressure, microtube drip irrigation kit.Read more
Stream Corridors in Watershed Management
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September 1, 1989U.S. Agency for International Development
Stream corridor management includes the maintenance of riparian and in stream vegetation and maintenance of overall channel morphology with its obstructions , rapids, meanders and adjacent wetlands.Read more
Crop Water Requirement and Agricultural Drought Assessment Manual
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February 1, 1986U.S. Agency for International Development
Manuel on crop water requirement and agricultural drought. Drought and disaster have been fairly common throughout recorded history. In several developing countries, population growth exceeds growth in agricultural production. Attempts to increase production or efforts for survival sometimes result...Read more
A Workshop Design for Rainwater Roof Catchment Systems
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June 1, 1984U.S. Agency for International Development
The following training guide provides systematic skill development for training local project promoters in the steps and techniques necessary for a project in rainwater roof catchment systems. It provides training in setting up systems intended for either dry or wet areas. The guide is a response...Read more
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United StatesNorth AmericaStaff Training for Water Supply Projects in the West Indies
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June 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
An ongoing staff training program and a comprehensive maintenance management system are evolving as a result of recently constructed water treatment plants on the island of Trinidad. With approximately 130 trained technical staff needed to operate the treatment systems, an accelerated four-phase...Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanEgypt Water Use and Management Project; Mid-Project Report, Vol. V, Appendix D, Training Manual
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September 1, 1980U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
This training manual and the accompanying training program is central to the purpose of the Egyptian Water Use Project (EWUP). Training skilled personnel in Water Management is essential to the achievement of the project goals and objectives, which include: developing improved irrigation water...Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaEgypt Water Use and Management Project; Mid-Project Report, Vol. Vi, Appendix E, Training: How to Do It Series
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September 1, 1980U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
Volume I of the Problem Identification Training Manual consists of a number of short, technical "How-To-Do-It" articles. The purpose of these articles is to provide specific instructions on how to carry out the tasks of problem identification. The How-To-Do-It series is merely a...Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaThe USAID Desalination Manual
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August 1, 1980U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentCH2M HILL
As the world's population has grown, demand for fresh water has dramatically increased, straining available supplies and impeding development. Desalination, the removal of salts from water, offers an increasingly feasible and necessary solution to this problem. This manual outlines major...Read more
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