Hydropolitical Vulnerability And Resilience Along International Waters

Author : Anonim
Publisher : UNEP/Earthprint
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9280730355

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Hydropolitical Vulnerability and Resilience Along International Waters by Anonim Pdf

The main problem in North America is the location of water resources relative to large population centers where the majority of the freshwater drains away from the bulk of the population. Climate variability and change is a reality. It raises the impact on variability and availability within the continent, which is characterized by its different climatic regions. The hydo-vulnerability of North America is tempered and governed by agreements, laws and institutions such as International Joint Commission (IJC) and International Boundary & Water Commission (IBWC), which have been created to resolve transboundary water issues in a cooperative manner for over a century, resulting in minimal conflicts in the region.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : UNEP/Earthprint
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Law
ISBN : 9280725750

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Hydropolitical Vulnerability and Resilience Along International Waters by Anonim Pdf

In Africa, most major rivers, freshwater lakes, and aquifers are shared by two or more countries. These nations are becoming increasingly vulnerable to conflict, and their vulnerabilities are made more acute by climatic variations in precipitation, increasing urbanization, industrialization and environmental degradation. The concept of resilience and vulnerability as it relates to water resources is tackled in this report within the framework of sustainability and relates to the ability of the human and bio-physical systems to adapt to change.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : UNEP/Earthprint
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9280728636

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Hydropolitical Vulnerability and Resilience Along International Waters by Anonim Pdf

Water is a unique and vital source, for which there is no substitute. Sustainable development of this rich resource in the region is complex as the distribution of water to all nations is heterogeneous, which increases the risk of being used or adapted inequitably. In recent years the sustainability discourse has broadened to include human systems. The purpose of this publication on hydropolitical vulnerability and resilience along international is to warrant broader promotion and dissemination of assessed information and data in order to support informed policy-making and provide a model for the regions that face similar water challenges.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : UN
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UIUC:30112103775448

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Hydropolitical Vulnerability and Resilience Along International Waters by Anonim Pdf

Water scarcity heightens the potential for conflicts among riparian countries in Asia and increases their vulnerability. A regional water resource cooperation mechanism would enhance collaboration and increase resilience so that water becomes an instrument for cooperation and unity rather than conflict. This publication provides an insightful assessment of the hydropolitical atmosphere in Asia and offers lessons to enhance future cooperation mechanisms.--Publisher's description.

Author : Gábor Baranyai
Publisher : Springer
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-14
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783030225414

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European Water Law and Hydropolitics by Gábor Baranyai Pdf

This book provides the first comprehensive assessment of the various issues faced by countries in the European Union, where progressing climate change and urbanization pose significant cooperative challenges in a large number of river basins. Conducting a thorough analysis of the intricate web of EU water governance, it reveals that the hydropolitical stability of the European Union is already at risk. Further, given the structural nature of the shortcomings in EU water policy—e.g. the rigidity of the EU’s founding treaties or the institutional complacency of the European Commission—the book argues that these risks are likely to turn into sources of prolonged conflict, unless EU decision-making bodies take steps to address the new hydrological realities early on.

Author : Inga M. Jacobs
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-02
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781441149688

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The Politics of Water in Africa by Inga M. Jacobs Pdf

Water resources and related issues are of great significance in 21st century politics. In Africa, for example, hydropolitics affect politics and policymaking at the local, national, and international levels. To investigate water politics, this unique work focuses on the issue transboundary water governance in Southern and Eastern Africa. Based on extensive field research, it offers a comparative study of the Orange Senqu and Nile basins in Africa, arguing that both causal and behavioral factors (such as localization and trust building) drive the multi-leveled development of cooperative management norms and foster the creation of regional communities of interest. The book combines theory, analysis, and fieldwork within the framework of Constructivism as well as a wide range of examples to identify and analyze the nature of norms in hydropolitics. By doing so, it will help shape the debate on how water conflict and cooperative governance should evolve and will interest anyone studying African politics, hydropolitics, and issues of development.

Author : Shawkat Alam
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 854 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780415687171

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Routledge Handbook of International Environmental Law by Shawkat Alam Pdf

This handbook is an advanced level reference guide which provides a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the corpus of international environmental law (IEL).

Author : Noel Castree,Michael F. Goodchild,Audrey Kobayashi,Weidong Liu,Richard A. Marston
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 8364 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2017-03-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470659632

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International Encyclopedia of Geography, 15 Volume Set by Noel Castree,Michael F. Goodchild,Audrey Kobayashi,Weidong Liu,Richard A. Marston Pdf

Representing the definitive reference work for this broad and dynamic field, The International Encyclopedia of Geography arises from an unprecedented collaboration between Wiley and the American Association of Geographers (AAG) to review and define the concepts, research, and techniques in geography and interrelated fields. Available as a robust online resource and as a 15-volume full-color print set, the Encyclopedia assembles a truly global group of scholars for a comprehensive, authoritative overview of geography around the world. Contains more than 1,000 entries ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 words offering accessible introductions to basic concepts, sophisticated explanations of complex topics, and information on geographical societies around the world Assembles a truly global group of more than 900 scholars hailing from over 40 countries, for a comprehensive, authoritative overview of geography around the world Provides definitive coverage of the field, encompassing human geography, physical geography, geographic information science and systems, earth studies, and environmental science Brings together interdisciplinary perspectives on geographical topics and techniques of interest across the social sciences, humanities, science, and medicine Features full color throughout the print version and more than 1,000 illustrations and photographs Annual updates to online edition

Author : Julien Chaisse
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-26
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781107162860

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The Regulation of the Global Water Services Market by Julien Chaisse Pdf

Fragmentation in Water Policies in the Riparian ASEAN Member States

Author : K. Hanson,G. Kararach,T. Shaw
Publisher : Springer
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780230393271

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Rethinking Development Challenges for Public Policy by K. Hanson,G. Kararach,T. Shaw Pdf

Covers topical issues for Africa's development, economics and politics of climate change, water management, public service delivery, and delivering aid. The authors argue that these issues should be included in the post-MDG paradigm and add an important voice to recent moves by academics and practitioners to engage with each other.

Author : Fernando Rosado Spilki (organizador),Marcos Cortesão Barnsley Scheuenstuhl (organizador),José Gazilia Tundisi (organizador)
Publisher : Editora Feevale
Page : 711 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9788577171873

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Enhancing water management capacity in a changing world: the challenge of increasing global access to water and sanitation by Fernando Rosado Spilki (organizador),Marcos Cortesão Barnsley Scheuenstuhl (organizador),José Gazilia Tundisi (organizador) Pdf

Author : Ajay Kumar Taloor,Bahadur Singh Kotlia,Kireet Kumar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030679323

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Water, Cryosphere, and Climate Change in the Himalayas by Ajay Kumar Taloor,Bahadur Singh Kotlia,Kireet Kumar Pdf

This edited book summarizes numerous research studies on remote sensing and GIS of natural resource management for the Himalaya region done by Indian Institutions and Universities over the last decade. It gives an overview of hydrometeorological studies on Himalayan water resources and addresses concerns in the development of water resources in this region, which is dealing with an increased pressure in population, industrialization and economic development. While the source of some of the major rivers of India are found in the Himalayas, the glaciers and water bodies in the region are continuously shrinking leading to a depletion of water and deterioration of water quality. This is affecting a population of up to 2.5 billion people. The ecosystems have been under threat due to deforestation, loss of biodiversity, expansion of agriculture and settlement, overexploitation of natural resources, habitat loss and fragmentation, poaching, mining, construction of roads and large dams, and unplanned tourism. Spaceborne remote sensing with its ability to provide synoptic and repetitive coverage has emerged as a powerful tool for assessment and monitoring of the Himalayan resources and phenomena. This work serves as a resource to students, researchers, scientists, professionals, and policy makers both in India and on a global level.

Author : Michael Burns,Alex Weaver
Publisher : AFRICAN SUN MeDIA
Page : 629 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2008-08-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781920109516

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Exploring Sustainability Science by Michael Burns,Alex Weaver Pdf

Southern Africa is well-blessed with a diverse and vibrant human population and a wealth of natural capital. The key challenge for sustainable development is to grow society?s capacity to use this natural capital to meet the needs of the region?s human population, especially the poor, in ways that sustain environmental life-support systems. Collaborating across disciplines, the authors explore the underpinning principles and the potential of sustainability science in a number of case studies.

Author : The Xiamen Academy of International Law
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-22
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789004204119

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Collected Courses of the Xiamen Academy of International Law, Volume 3 (2010) by The Xiamen Academy of International Law Pdf

The Collected Courses of the Xiamen Academy of International Law contain the Summer Courses taught at the Xiamen Academy of International Law by highly qualified international legal professionals.

Author : Anton Earle,Anders Jägerskog,Joakim Öjendal
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136531101

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Transboundary Water Management by Anton Earle,Anders Jägerskog,Joakim Öjendal Pdf

The management of water resources across boundaries, whether sub-national or international, is one of the most difficult challenges facing water managers today. The upstream exploitation or diversion of groundwater or rivers can have devastating consequences for those living downstream, and transboundary rivers can provide a source of conflict between nations or states, particularly where water resources are scarce. Similarly, water based-pollution can spread across borders and create disputes and a need for sound governance.1. Introduction: Setting the Scene for Transboundary Water Management Approaches2. Why Negotiate? Asymmetric endowments and asymmetric power and the invisible nexus of water, trade and power that brings apparent water security3. Power, Hegemony and Critical Hydropolitics4. Getting Beyond the Environment-Conflict Trap: Benefit-Sharing in International River Basins5. International Water Law: concepts, evolution and development6. Aquifer Resources in a Transboundary Context: A Hidden Resource? - Enabling the Practitioner To 'See It and Bank It' for Good Use7. Governance in Transboundary Basins - the Role of Stakeholders, Concepts and Approaches in International River Basins8. Environmental Flows in Shared Watercourses: Review of Assessment Methods and Relevance in the Transboundary Setting9. Managing Water Negotiations and Conflicts in Concept and in PracticeContributorsIndexPart I: Analytical Approaches to Transboundary Water ManagementPart II: Transboundary Water Management Polity and PracticePart III: Challenges and OpportunitiesThis book is the first to bring together in a concise and accessible way all of the main topics to be considered when managing transboundary waters. It will raise the awareness of practitioners of the various issues needed to be taken into account when making water management decisions and provide a practically-based overview for advanced students. The authors show clearly how vital it is to cooperate effectively over the management of shared waters to unlock their contribution to regional sustainable development. The book is largely based on a long-running and tested international training programme, run by the Stockholm International Water Institute and Ramboll Natura, and supported by the Swedish International Development Co-operation Agency (Sida), where the respective authors have presented modules on the programmes. It addresses issues not only of conflict, but also of managing power asymmetries, benefit-sharing, stakeholder participation, international water law, environmental water requirements and regional development. It will be particularly useful for those with a background in hydrology or engineering who wish to broaden their management skills.