Arid Lands Water Evaluation And Management

Author : Robert Maliva,Thomas Missimer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1076 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012-06-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642291043

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Arid Lands Water Evaluation and Management by Robert Maliva,Thomas Missimer Pdf

A large part of the global population lives in arid lands which have low rainfall and often lack the water required for sustainable population and economic growth. This book presents a comprehensive description of the hydrogeology and hydrologic processes at work in arid lands. It describes the techniques that can be used to assess and manage the water resources of these areas with an emphasis on groundwater resources, including recent advances in hydrologic evaluation and the differences between how aquifer systems behave in arid lands versus more humid areas. Water management techniques are described and summarized to show how a more comprehensive approach to water management is required in these areas, including the need to be aware of cultural sensitivities and conditions unique to many arid regions. The integration of existing resources with the addition of new water sources, such as desalination of brackish water and seawater, along with reusing treated wastewater, will be required to meet future water supply needs. Also, changing climatic conditions will force water management systems to be more robust so that future water supply demands can be met as droughts become more intense and rainfall events become more intense. A range of water management techniques are described and discussed in order to illustrate the methods for integrating these measures within the context of arid lands conditions.

Author : Springer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1108 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3642291058

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Arid Lands Water Evaluation and Management by Springer Pdf

Author : Ali Al-Maktoumi,Osman Abdalla,Anvar Kacimov,Slim Zekri,Mingjie Chen,Talal Al-Hosni,Kaveh Madani
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030670283

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Water Resources in Arid Lands: Management and Sustainability by Ali Al-Maktoumi,Osman Abdalla,Anvar Kacimov,Slim Zekri,Mingjie Chen,Talal Al-Hosni,Kaveh Madani Pdf

This book presents the most recent innovative studies in the field of water resources for arid areas to move towards more sustainable management of the resources. It gathers outstanding contributions presented at the 2nd International Water Conference on Water Resources in Arid Areas (IWC), which was held online (Muscat, Oman) in November 2020. Papers discuss challenges and solutions to alleviate water resource scarcity in arid areas, including water resources management, the introduction of modern irrigation systems, natural groundwater recharge, construction of dams for artificial recharge, use of treated wastewater, and desalination technologies. As such, the book provides a platform for the exchange of recent advances in water resources research, which are essential to improving the critical water situation and to move towards more sustainable management of water resources.

Author : Phoebe Koundouri,Katia Karousakis
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2006-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781845429973

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Water Management in Arid and Semi-arid Regions by Phoebe Koundouri,Katia Karousakis Pdf

Water deficiency in many arid and semi-arid regions in Southern Europe is becoming a major constraint for economic welfare and sustainable regional development. These regions are characterised by high spatial and temporal imbalances of water demand and supply, seasonal water uses, inadequate water resources and poor institutional water management. The aim of this book is to formulate appropriate strategies and guidelines for water management necessary for the formulation and implementation of integrated sustainable management of water resources. Lessons are learned from various case studies, which examine competing water use patterns, compare governance structures and how these have evolved in response to scarcity, and structural and non-structural instruments to address water deficiency. Water Management in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions will appeal to policymakers in relevant countries as well as to scholars and researchers of environmental studies and economics.

Author : Asit K. Biswas
Publisher : Pergamon
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105030534213

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Water Management for Arid Lands in Developing Countries by Asit K. Biswas Pdf

Author : Ondieki, Christopher Misati,Kitheka, Johnson U.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781522527206

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Hydrology and Best Practices for Managing Water Resources in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands by Ondieki, Christopher Misati,Kitheka, Johnson U. Pdf

The management of water resources is extremely important for survival. Depending on the climate, certain regions require different strategies to maintain sustainable hydrological systems. Hydrology and Best Practices for Managing Water Resources in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands is a crucial scholarly resource that outlines current trends in water management and offers solutions for the future of this growing field. Highlighting pertinent topics such as hydrological processes modelling, satellite hydrology, water pollution, and climate resources, this publication is ideal for environmental engineers, academicians, graduate students, and researchers that are eager to discover more about the issues and processes currently shaping water management technology.

Author : Howard S. Wheater,Simon A. Mathias,Xin Li
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139489720

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Groundwater Modelling in Arid and Semi-Arid Areas by Howard S. Wheater,Simon A. Mathias,Xin Li Pdf

Arid and semi-arid regions face major challenges in the management of scarce freshwater resources under pressures of population, economic development, climate change, pollution and over-abstraction. Groundwater is commonly the most important water resource in these areas. Groundwater models are widely used globally to understand groundwater systems and to guide decisions on management. However, the hydrology of arid and semi-arid areas is very different from that of humid regions, and there is little guidance on the special challenges of groundwater modelling for these areas. This book brings together the experience of internationally leading experts to fill a gap in the scientific and technical literature. It introduces state-of-the-art methods for modelling groundwater resources, illustrated with a wide-ranging set of illustrative examples from around the world. The book is valuable for researchers, practitioners in developed and developing countries, and graduate students in hydrology, hydrogeology, water resources management, environmental engineering and geography.

Author : T. W. Hoekstra,Moshe Shachak
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0252067177

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Arid Lands Management by T. W. Hoekstra,Moshe Shachak Pdf

Offers various directions for both research and management.

Author : Howard Wheater,Soroosh Sorooshian,K. D. Sharma
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2007-11-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139468084

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Hydrological Modelling in Arid and Semi-Arid Areas by Howard Wheater,Soroosh Sorooshian,K. D. Sharma Pdf

Arid and semi-arid regions are defined as areas where water is at its most scarce. The hydrological regime in these areas is extreme and highly variable, and they face great pressures to deliver and manage freshwater resources. However, there is no guidance on the decision support tools that are needed to underpin flood and water resource management in arid areas. UNESCO initiated the Global network for Water and Development Information for arid lands (GWADI), and arranged a workshop of the world's leading experts to discuss these issues. This book presents chapters from contributors to the workshop, and includes case studies from the world's major arid regions to demonstrate model applications, and web links to tutorials and state-of-the-art modelling software. This volume is a valuable reference for researchers and engineers working on the water resources of arid and semi-arid regions.

Author : Shakir Ali,Asaad Mater Armanuos
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2023-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031433481

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Groundwater in Arid and Semi-Arid Areas by Shakir Ali,Asaad Mater Armanuos Pdf

This book provides comprehensive studies from Middle East, African countries and Asia including Afghanistan, Algeria, Egypt, India, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, Tunisia and Turkey on groundwater management, modelling and monitoring. A broad approach such as modelling, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and statistical models was applied in arid and semi-arid areas for management of the groundwater. These new approaches are currently in high demand. The book delves into the applications of these methods and will be a potential asset to the researchers worldwide. The book is a timely publication containing chapters based on primary data or/and extensive review chapters comprising new emerging techniques. Current high-demand research on management through the application of modelling, artificial intelligence and machine learning is the main selling point of this book.

Author : Robert G. Maliva
Publisher : Springer
Page : 617 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319321370

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Aquifer Characterization Techniques by Robert G. Maliva Pdf

This book presents an overview of techniques that are available to characterize sedimentary aquifers. Groundwater flow and solute transport are strongly affected by aquifer heterogeneity. Improved aquifer characterization can allow for a better conceptual understanding of aquifer systems, which can lead to more accurate groundwater models and successful water management solutions, such as contaminant remediation and managed aquifer recharge systems. This book has an applied perspective in that it considers the practicality of techniques for actual groundwater management and development projects in terms of costs, technical resources and expertise required, and investigation time. A discussion of the geological causes, types, and scales of aquifer heterogeneity is first provided. Aquifer characterization methods are then discussed, followed by chapters on data upscaling, groundwater modelling, and geostatistics. This book is a must for every practitioner, graduate student, or researcher dealing with aquifer characterization .

Author : Y. A. Mageed
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Arid regions
ISBN : NWU:35556017779596

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Anti-desertification Technology and Management by Y. A. Mageed Pdf

Author : Robert G. Maliva
Publisher : Springer
Page : 861 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030110840

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Anthropogenic Aquifer Recharge by Robert G. Maliva Pdf

The book is an overview of the diversity of anthropogenic aquifer recharge (AAR) techniques that use aquifers to store and treat water. It focusses on the processes and the hydrogeological and geochemical factors that affect their performance. This book is written from an applied perspective with a focus of taking advantage of global historical experiences, both positive and negative, as a guide to future implementation. Most AAR techniques are now mature technologies in that they have been employed for some time, their scientific background is well understood, and their initial operational challenges and associated solutions have been identified. However, opportunities exist for improved implementation and some recently employed and potential future innovations are presented. AAR which includes managed aquifer recharge (MAR) is a very important area of water resources management and there is no recent books that specifically and comprehensively addresses the subject.

Author : Robert Maliva
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030668136

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Climate Change and Groundwater: Planning and Adaptations for a Changing and Uncertain Future by Robert Maliva Pdf

This book attempts to bridge the gap between the climate change research and decision-making communities by exploring the impacts of climate change on groundwater from a more applied perspective. Global climate change will impact groundwater demands, quality, and available supplies, and rising sea level may cause water tables to rise, inundating low-lying coastal areas. Groundwater will increasingly be needed to perform a stabilization role in mitigating fluctuations in the supply of surface waters, serving as a buffer against droughts. Climate change has become a frequent subject in the mass media, and the academic literature on the subject is now enormous. An impediment to climate change adaptation with respect to water is a poor link between the climate change research community and the actual decision-makers responsible for water supply planning. Key issues explored are methods for evaluating potential impacts on climate change on local groundwater systems, the adaptation of decision-making process, and how climate change adaptation can be mainstreamed into the water supply planning.

Author : W.W. Wood,A.S. Alsharhan
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2003-12-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080543685

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Water Resources Perspectives: Evaluation, Management and Policy by W.W. Wood,A.S. Alsharhan Pdf

Many countries in the world have made great efforts, to remedy the water shortage, by providing financial and technical backing, for water desalination, treatment of wastewater and improved management and conservation techniques. Water ministries, universities and research centres have supported scientific research, and applied the most recent technologies, in search of new and alternative water supplies. Laws have been promulgated, economic and public relation campaigns developed, to promote and encourage the practice of efficient water use and the conservation of this scarce commodity. This book covers water resources and management and provides a new vision of water resources management, water conservation and legislations, water law, and modern techniques of water resources investigation.