Integrated Urban Water Management Arid And Semi Arid Regions

Author : Larry Mays
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2009-04-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780203895443

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Integrated Urban Water Management: Arid and Semi-Arid Regions by Larry Mays Pdf

The Integrated Urban Water Management (IUWM) is an emerging approach to managing the entire urban water cycle in an integrated way, which is key to achieving the sustainability of urban water resources and services. The IUWM incorporates: the systematic consideration of the various dimensions of water, including surface and groundwater resources, quality and quantity issues; the implication that while water is a system it is also a component which interacts with other systems; and the interrelationships between water and social and economic development. Integrated Urban Water Management: Arid and Semi-Arid Regions – the outcome of UNESCO’s International Hydrological Programme project on the topic – examines the integrated management of water resources in urban settings, focusing on issues specific to arid and semi-arid regions and on what make them different from other regions. The urban water management system is considered herein as two integrated major entities; water supply management and water excess management. The first six chapters provide an overview of the various aspects of IUWM in arid and semi-arid regions, with emphasis on water supply technologies, such as artificial recharge, water transfers, desalination, and harvesting of rainfall. Water excess management is examined in the context of both the stormwater management system and the floodplain management system. Case studies from developed and developing countries are presented in order to emphasize the various needs and challenges of water management in urban environments in arid and semi-arid regions around the world.

Author : Larry W. Mays
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9231040618

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Integrated urban water management by Larry W. Mays Pdf

Author : Phoebe Koundouri,Katia Karousakis
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 49,8 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 : Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1999-07-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1566767598

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Water Management, Purificaton, and Conservation in Arid Climates by Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya Pdf

This new three volume series presents a broad and integrated approach to water management, purification, and conservation in arid climates. Volume one includes an introductory chapter on water problems and water resources in arid climates followed by specific chapters covering various aspects of water management. Volumes two and three deal with water purification and water conservation, respectively. Many textbooks on water issues normally deal with only one of these areas. This series covers all three areas with an emphasis on the problems faced by arid regions. The three volume series will appeal to industry specialists in desalination and wastewater treatment, irrigation engineers, graduate and undergraduate students in hydrology, water management and conservation professionals, government personnel involved in water resources development, decision makers, environmentalists, employees of the petrochemical industry, and individuals wishing to specialize in water management, purification and conservation.

Author : Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2000-01-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1566767717

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Water Management, Purificaton, and Conservation in Arid Climates by Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya Pdf

This three volume series presents a broad and integrated approach to water management, purification, and conservation in arid climates. Volume one includes an introductory chapter on water problems and water resources in arid climates followed by specific chapters covering various aspects of water management. Volumes two and three deal with water purification and water conservation, respectively. Many textbooks on water issues normally deal with only one of these areas. This series covers all three areas with an emphasis on the problems faced by arid regions. The three volume series will appeal to industry specialists in desalination and wastewater treatment, irrigation engineers, graduate and undergraduate students in hydrology, water management and conservation professionals, government personnel involved in water resources development, decision makers, environmentalists, employees of the petrochemical industry, and individuals wishing to specialize in water management, purification and conservation.

Author : Robert Maliva,Thomas Missimer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1076 pages
File Size : 44,8 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 : International Centre for Water Security and Sustainable Management,UNESCO
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2023-12-19
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789231006418

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Water Security and Cities by International Centre for Water Security and Sustainable Management,UNESCO Pdf

Author : Tamim Younos,Tammy E. Parece
Publisher : Springer
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319293370

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Sustainable Water Management in Urban Environments by Tamim Younos,Tammy E. Parece Pdf

This volume focuses on practical aspects of sustainable water management in urban areas and presents a discussion of key concepts, methodologies, and case studies of innovative and evolving technologies. Topics include: (1) challenges in urban water resiliency; (2) water and energy nexus; (3) integrated urban water management; and (4) water reuse options (black water, gray water, rainwater). This volume serves as a useful reference for students and researchers involved in holistic approaches to water management, and as a valuable guide to experts in governmental agencies as well as planners and engineers concerned with sustainable water management systems in urban environments.

Author : Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1999-09-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1566767709

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Water Management, Purificaton, and Conservation in Arid Climates, Volume II by Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya Pdf

This three volume series presents a broad and integrated approach to water management, purification, and conservation in arid climates. Volume one includes an introductory chapter on water problems and water resources in arid climates followed by specific chapters covering various aspects of water management. Volumes two and three deal with water purification and water conservation, respectively. Many textbooks on water issues normally deal with only one of these areas. This series covers all three areas with an emphasis on the problems faced by arid regions. The three volume series will appeal to industry specialists in desalination and wastewater treatment, irrigation engineers, graduate and undergraduate students in hydrology, water management and conservation professionals, government personnel involved in water resources development, decision makers, environmentalists, employees of the petrochemical industry, and individuals wishing to specialize in water management, purification and conservation.

Author : Jonathan N. Parkinson,Joel Avruch Goldenfum,Carlos Tucci
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2010-03-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780203881170

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Integrated Urban Water Management: Humid Tropics by Jonathan N. Parkinson,Joel Avruch Goldenfum,Carlos Tucci Pdf

Excess water in the urban environment results in flooding,which causes structural damage, risks to personal safety and disruption to city life. Water is also a major contributory factor for disease transmission as well as being the medium for transport of many pollutants. These problems are of increasing concern due to climate changes and are parti

Author : Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1999-09-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1566767709

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Water Management, Purificaton, and Conservation in Arid Climates by Mattheus F. A. Goosen,Walid H. Shayya Pdf

This three volume series presents a broad and integrated approach to water management, purification, and conservation in arid climates. Volume one includes an introductory chapter on water problems and water resources in arid climates followed by specific chapters covering various aspects of water management. Volumes two and three deal with water purification and water conservation, respectively. Many textbooks on water issues normally deal with only one of these areas. This series covers all three areas with an emphasis on the problems faced by arid regions. The three volume series will appeal to industry specialists in desalination and wastewater treatment, irrigation engineers, graduate and undergraduate students in hydrology, water management and conservation professionals, government personnel involved in water resources development, decision makers, environmentalists, employees of the petrochemical industry, and individuals wishing to specialize in water management, purification and conservation.

Author : Saeid Eslamian,Faezeh A. Eslamian
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 782 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781351851145

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Handbook of Drought and Water Scarcity by Saeid Eslamian,Faezeh A. Eslamian Pdf

This volume includes over 30 chapters, written by experts from around the world. It examines numerous management strategies for dealing with drought and scarcity. These strategies include management approaches for different regions, such as coastal, urban, rural, and agricultural areas. It offers multiple strategies for monitoring, assessing, and forcasting drought through the use of remote sensing and GIS tools. It also presents drought mitigation management strategies, such as groundwater management, rainwater harvesting, conservations practices, and more.

Author : Mohsen Sherif,Vijay P. Singh,Ahmed Sefelnasr,M. Abrar
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 3031245059

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Water Resources Management and Sustainability by Mohsen Sherif,Vijay P. Singh,Ahmed Sefelnasr,M. Abrar Pdf

The book will be of interest to researchers and practitioners in the field of hydrology, environmental engineering, agricultural engineering, earth sciences, and watershed and range sciences, as well as to those engaged in water resources planning, development and management in arid and semi-arid areas. Given the lack of literature on arid regions, this book not only provides an assessment of water resource management in arid regions but also addresses solutions, and it can also be an outstanding textbook on water resources management and sustainability for arid regions. This volume in the Water Science and Technology Library includes selected papers that have been presented and discussed during the International Water Resources Management and Sustainability: Solutions for Arid Regions, 22–-24 March 2022, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The conference was organized by the National Water and Energy Center, UAE University, in collaboration with the South Australian Goyder Institute for Water Research, and the Department for Environment and Water, Government of South Australia. The conference attracted a large number of nationally and internationally well-known experts who have been at the forefront of water resources management and sustainability in arid and semi-arid regions. More than 55 countries, covering the five continents, were represented. The conference was designed to facilitate and encourage new perspectives on how science and innovative technologies can transform water management and sustainability in arid and semi-arid regions around the world. It addressed current challenges and priorities in water management and provided a forum to share knowledge, experiences, research, and discoveries.

Author : Larry W. Mays
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 919 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2010-06-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470460641

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Water Resources Engineering by Larry W. Mays Pdf

Environmental engineers continue to rely on the leading resource in the field on the principles and practice of water resources engineering. The second edition now provides them with the most up-to-date information along with a remarkable range and depth of coverage. Two new chapters have been added that explore water resources sustainability and water resources management for sustainability. New and updated graphics have also been integrated throughout the chapters to reinforce important concepts. Additional end-of-chapter questions have been added as well to build understanding. Environmental engineers will refer to this text throughout their careers.

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Anabela Marisa Azul,Luciana Brandli,Amanda Lange Salvia,Tony Wall
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1035 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2022-07-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319958460

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Clean Water and Sanitation by Walter Leal Filho,Anabela Marisa Azul,Luciana Brandli,Amanda Lange Salvia,Tony Wall Pdf

The problems related to the process of industrialisation such as biodiversity depletion, climate change and a worsening of health and living conditions, especially but not only in developing countries, intensify. Therefore, there is an increasing need to search for integrated solutions to make development more sustainable. The United Nations has acknowledged the problem and approved the “2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development”. On 1st January 2016, the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the Agenda officially came into force. These goals cover the three dimensions of sustainable development: economic growth, social inclusion and environmental protection. The Encyclopedia of the UN Sustainable Development Goals comprehensively addresses the SDGs in an integrated way. It encompasses 17 volumes, each devoted to one of the 17 SDGs. This volume is dedicated to SDG 6 "Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all". Water and sanitation are fundamental to human well-being. Integrated water resources management is essential to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all and to the realization of Sustainable Development. Concretely, the defined targets are: Achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all Achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally Substantially increase water-use efficiency across all sectors and ensure sustainable withdrawals and supply of freshwater to address water scarcity and substantially reduce the number of people suffering from water scarcity Implement integrated water resources management at all levels, including through transboundary cooperation as appropriate Protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes Expand international cooperation and capacity-building support to developing countries in water- and sanitation-related activities and programmes, including water harvesting, desalination, water efficiency, wastewater treatment, recycling and reuse technologies Support and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving Uwater and sanitation management Editorial Board Ulisses M. Azeiteiro, Anabela Marisa Azul, Luciana Brandli, Dominique Darmendrail, Despo Fatta–Kassinos, Walter Leal Filho, Susan Hegarty, Amanda Lange Salvia, Albert Llausàs, Paula Duarte Lopes, Javier Marugán, Fernando Morgado, Wilkister Nyaora Moturi, Karel F. Mulder, Alesia Dedaa Ofori, Sandra Ricart