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

Case Study: Aqueduct Informs Owens Corning Corporate Water Strategy

Published: 
February 1, 2013
World Resources Institute
This working paper aims to help Owens Corning, a leading producer of glass-fiber reinforcements and residential and commercial building materials, and other companies deepen their understanding of external water supply-related threats and inform on how to shape improvements to their corporate water...Read more

The Corporate Ecosystem Services Review Case Study: Anglo American

Published: 
January 1, 2013
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentWorld 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
Regional focus: 
BrazilLatin America and the Caribbean

Jordan Institutional Support and Strengthening Program (ISSP) Year 2 Annual Report

Published: 
January 1, 2013
U.S. Agency for International Development
The purpose of this report is to present the fourth quarter activities and achievements of ISSP as well as a summary of the year two progress and achievements in the program period from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. It further reports on activities envisioned for the next period from...Read more
Regional focus: 
JordanMiddle East and North Africa

Field Guide: Maintaining Rain Gardens, Swales, and Stormwater Planters

Published: 
January 1, 2013
The National Institutes for Water Resources
Sustainable storm water facilities (i.e. Low Impact Development-LID)attempt to mimic the natural water cycle. They function to slow and reduce the amount of storm water that enters rivers and pipes as well as filter pollutants to protect our infrastructure and watersheds.Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Tackling the Nexus: Exemplary Programs that Save Both Energy and Water

Published: 
January 1, 2013
Alliance for Water Efficiency
Energy and water have an inherent relationship. Energy is needed to transport, treat, heat, cool, and recycle water and, conversely, water is needed in energy production. As a result, saving water saves energy and saving energy saves water. This intersection and interaction between energy and water...Read more

Aqueduct Metadata Document: Aqueduct Global Maps 2.0

Published: 
January 1, 2013
World Resources Institute
This document describes the specific characteristics of the indicator data and calculations for the Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas Global Maps. Complete guidelines and processes for data collection, calculations, and mapping techniques are described fully in the Aqueduct Water Risk Framework.Read more

Aqueduct Water Risk Framework

Published: 
January 1, 2013
World Resources Institute
The Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas provides a set of indicators that capture a wide range of variables, and aggregates them into comprehensive scores using the Water Risk Framework. Companies can use this information to prioritize actions, investors to leverage financial interest to improve water...Read more

Water Optimizer

Published: 
January 1, 2013
Developed by UNL faculty and DWFI faculty fellows, the Water Optimizer is a suite of programs to predict the profit maximizing cropping strategy and corresponding amount of applied irrigation when water supplies are limited.Read more

STTA for Construction Permitting Reform in Mongolia

Published: 
December 1, 2012
U.S. Agency for International Development
The Government of Mongolia (GOM) recently decided to draft new legal framework - a new construction law - considering international best practice and the WB DB Dealing with Construction Permits indicator. The fast-track package of changes (which should be understood in this document as the Cabinet...Read more

Climate Change Indicators in the United States

Published: 
December 1, 2012
The National Institutes for Water Resources
EPA's Climate Change Indicators in the United States, 2012, presents compelling evidence that many fundamental measures of climate in the United States are changing. Temperatures are rising, snow and rainfall patterns are shifting, and more extreme climate events'like heavy rainstorms and...Read more
Regional focus: 
Latin America and the Caribbean

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