The Value Of Water In A Drying Climate

Author : Tor Hundloe,Christine Crawford
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643106642

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The Value of Water in a Drying Climate by Tor Hundloe,Christine Crawford Pdf

Are we making the best use of water? How do we judge this? Are there trade-offs between upstream and downstream water use? What are these and how are they resolved? Disputes over water allocations are, second to climate change, the dominant environmental and public policy issues of the present era. We are called upon to resolve such controversies using the principles of sustainable development, which integrates ecology, economics and ethics. This timely book establishes a template for all types of resource allocation disputes, whether in Australia or overseas. An expert team of ecologists, economists and sustainability experts spent three years interviewing people in the Little Swanport catchment, seeking answers to the optimal allocation of water on the Tasmanian East Coast. The hinterland of this area produces some of the most valuable merino wool in the world, the estuary grows mouth-watering oysters, and much of the land is in near-pristine condition, providing very valuable biodiversity resources. The book is written in an easy-to-read style and gradually evolves to become the story of everyday life of one small Australian catchment. It is about people living in rural settings in the upper catchment with soils and rainfall suitable for farming; people residing in coastal settlements in the lower catchment; people working and relaxing in the estuary where fishing and aquaculture occur; and people and their business in adjacent towns.

Author : William M. Alley,Rosemarie Alley
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780300220384

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High and Dry by William M. Alley,Rosemarie Alley Pdf

An engaging call to understand and protect groundwater, the primary source of drinking water for almost half of the world's population Groundwater is essential for drinking water and food security. It provides enormous environmental benefits by keeping streams and rivers flowing. But a growing global population, widespread use of industrial chemicals, and climate change threaten this vital resource. Groundwater depletion and contamination has spread from isolated areas to many countries throughout the world. In this accessible and timely book, hydrology expert William M. Alley and science writer Rosemarie Alley sound the call to protect groundwater. Drawing on examples from around the world, including case studies in the United States, Canada, Australia, India, and Sub-Saharan Africa, the authors examine groundwater from key scientific and socioeconomic perspectives. While addressing the serious nature of groundwater problems, the book includes stories of people who are making a difference in protecting this critical resource.

Author : Joel Smith,Carol Howe,Jim Henderson,Casey Brown,M. Neil Ward,Charles B. Bott,Denny S. Parker,Chittaranjan Ray,Environmental Center,Christopher P. Higgins,Jonathan Sharp,Clemens von Sonntag,Urs von Gunten
Publisher : IWA Publishing
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2009-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781843393047

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Climate Change and Water by Joel Smith,Carol Howe,Jim Henderson,Casey Brown,M. Neil Ward,Charles B. Bott,Denny S. Parker,Chittaranjan Ray,Environmental Center,Christopher P. Higgins,Jonathan Sharp,Clemens von Sonntag,Urs von Gunten Pdf

Understand the effects of climate change on urban water and wastewater utilities with this collection of international scientific papers. Case studies and practical planning, mitigating and adapting information provided on greenhouse gases, energy use, and water supply and quality issues. This title is co-published with the American Water Works Association.

Author : Jean P. Palutikof,Sarah L. Boulter,Jon Barnett,David Rissik
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118845011

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Applied Studies in Climate Adaptation by Jean P. Palutikof,Sarah L. Boulter,Jon Barnett,David Rissik Pdf

The book advances knowledge about climate change adaptation practices through a series of case studies. It presents important evidence about adaptation practices in agriculture, businesses, the coastal zone, community services, disaster management, ecosystems, indigneous populations, and settlements and infrastructure. In addition to 38 case studies across these sectors, the book contains horizon-scoping essays from international experts in adaptation research, including Hallie Eakin, Susanne Moser, Jonathon Overpeck, Bill Solecki, and Gary Yohe. Australia’s social-ecological systems have a long history of adapting to climate variability and change, and in recent decades has been a world-leader in implementing and researching adaptation, making this book of universal relevance to all those working to adapt our environment and societies to climate change.

Author : Walter Leal Filho
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Acclimatization
ISBN : 3642404553

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Handbook of Climate Change Adaptation by Walter Leal Filho Pdf

Author : Liam McCarton,Sean O'Hogain,Anna Reid
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030506056

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The Worth of Water by Liam McCarton,Sean O'Hogain,Anna Reid Pdf

There is no more fundamental substance to life on earth than water. Three quarter of the Earth’s surface is covered by either saltwater or freshwater, yet millions face a daily struggle to access enough water for survival. The effects of ongoing climate change have expanded the water crisis to areas previously considered water secure. This book addresses the role rainwater harvesting (rwh) can play in developing a resilient water infrastructure that will prove adaptive to climate change. The book features three sections. The first section presents the concepts underpinning a new approach to water infrastructure. The term “the worth of water” was developed to reflect the importance of the social life of water. This encompasses all human relationships with water including the social, cultural, hydrological, political, economic, technical and spiritual. A technology portfolio showcasing the worth of water from the Qanats of the ancient world to the modern Rain Cities is presented. Other concepts discussed include the circular economy of water and the concept of multiple waters for multiple users of multiple qualities. Water and its properties are a function of its peculiar molecular structure and this is illustrated in the book. Rainwater harvesting is considered by the authors as containing an inherent treatment train which functions as a complex water treatment system providing physical, chemical and biological removal mechanisms. Part two presents a new design methodology together with design templates and worked examples for the hydraulic and economic analysis of rwh systems. A state-of-the-art literature review of the potential health implications of utilizing rwh is also presented. The final section of the book discusses how rwh can play a vital role in contributing to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and to living within the Planetary Boundaries.

Author : The World Economic Forum Water Initiative
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1597267368

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Water Security by The World Economic Forum Water Initiative Pdf

The world is on the brink of the greatest crisis it has ever faced: a spiraling lack of fresh water. Groundwater is drying up, even as water demands for food production, for energy, and for manufacturing are surging. Water is already emerging as a headline geopolitical issue—and worsening water security will soon have dire consequences in many parts of the global economic system. Directed by UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon at the 2008 Davos Annual Meeting, the World Economic Forum assembled the world’s foremost group of public, private, non-governmental-organization and academic experts to examine the water crisis issue from all perspectives. The result of their work is this forecast—a stark, non-technical overview of where we will be by 2025 if we take a business-as-usual approach to (mis)managing our water resources. The findings are shocking. Perhaps equally stunning are the potential solutions and the recommendations that the group presents. All are included in this landmark publication. Water Security contains compelling commentary from leading decision-makers, past and present. The commentary is supported by analysis from leading academics of how the world economy will be affected if world leaders cannot agree on solutions. The book suggests how business and politics need to manage the energy-food-water-climate axis as leaders negotiate the details of the climate regime that replace Kyoto Protocols.

Author : Pavel Kabat,Henk Van Schaik
Publisher : WaterandClimate
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Climatic changes
ISBN : 9789032703219

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Climate Changes the Water Rules by Pavel Kabat,Henk Van Schaik Pdf

One of the most important impacts of global warming is what climate scientists refer to as "an intensification of the hydrological cycle". Loosely translated, this means shorter periods of more intense rainfall, and longer warmer dry periods. This report provides a wealth of information about climate change and variability. It also offers a first ever compendium of specific adaptation strategies for water managers and decision-makers to draw upon and a first overview of international support initiatives on water and climate

Author : Robert Day
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1999-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780071777445

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Geotechnical Engineer's Portable Handbook by Robert Day Pdf

One-volume library of instant geotechnical and foundation data Now for the first time ever, geotechnical, foundation, and civil engineers...geologists...architects, planners, and construction managers can quickly find information they must refer to every working day, in one compact source. Edited by Robert W. Day, the time -and effort-saving Geotechnical Engineer's Portable Handbook gives you field exploration guidelines and lab procedures. You'll find soil and rock classification, basic phase relationships, and all the tables and charts you need for stress distribution, pavement, and pipeline design. You also get abundant information on all types of geotechnical analyses, including settlement, bearing capacity, expansive soil, slope stability - plus coverage of retaining walls and building foundations. Other construction-related topics covered include grading, instrumentation, excavation, underpinning, groundwater control and more.

Author : Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change / Working Group Technical Support Unit
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Climatic changes
ISBN : 9291691232

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Climate Change and Water by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change / Working Group Technical Support Unit Pdf

The Technical Paper addresses the issue of freshwater. Sealevel rise is dealt with only insofar as it can lead to impacts on freshwater in coastal areas and beyond. Climate, freshwater, biophysical and socio-economic systems are interconnected in complex ways. Hence, a change in any one of these can induce a change in any other. Freshwater-related issues are critical in determining key regional and sectoral vulnerabilities. Therefore, the relationship between climate change and freshwater resources is of primary concern to human society and also has implications for all living species. -- page vii.

Author : Maureen Gilmer,Michael Glassman
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Architecture
ISBN : WISC:89077290500

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Water Works by Maureen Gilmer,Michael Glassman Pdf

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Author : Chris Zevenbergen,Dafang Fu,Assela Pathirana
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-18
Category : Cities and towns
ISBN : 9783038972723

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Sponge Cities: Emerging Approaches, Challenges and Opportunities by Chris Zevenbergen,Dafang Fu,Assela Pathirana Pdf

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Sponge Cities: Emerging Approaches, Challenges and Opportunities" that was published in Water

Author : Binota Thokchom,Pengpeng Qiu,Pardeep Singh,Parameswar K. Iyer
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128203941

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Water Conservation in the Era of Global Climate Change by Binota Thokchom,Pengpeng Qiu,Pardeep Singh,Parameswar K. Iyer Pdf

Water Conservation in the Era of Global Climate Change reviews key issues surrounding climate change and water resources. The book brings together experts from a variety of fields and perspectives, providing a comprehensive view on how climate change impacts water resources, how water pollution impacts climate change, and how to assess potential hazards and success stories on managing and addressing current issues in the field. Topics also include assessing policy impacts, innovative water reuse strategies, and information on impacts on fisheries and agriculture including food scarcity. This book is an excellent tool for researchers and professionals in Climate Change, Climate Services and Water Resources, and those trying to combat the impacts and issues related to Global and Planetary Change. Covers a wide range of theoretical and practical issues related to how climate change impacts water resources and adaptation, with extended influence on agriculture, food and water security, policymaking, etc. Reviews mathematical tools and simulations models on predicting potential hazards from climate change in such a way they can be useful to readers from a variety of levels of mathematical expertise Examines the potential impacts on agriculture and drinking water quality Includes case studies of successful management of water and pollutants that contribute to climate change

Author : Colin Chartres,Samyuktha Varma
Publisher : FT Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-07-14
Category : History
ISBN : 0132181045

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Out of Water by Colin Chartres,Samyuktha Varma Pdf

From cities to biofuels, competition for water is accelerating. Climate change threatens to intensify the onset and severity of the water crisis in several regions of the developing world: this is already happening throughout much of Asia, the Mediterranean, southwestern Australia, and the southwestern US. Along with water shortages, unsafe water becomes an increasingly widespread problem, too. As water crises trigger food and health crises, billions may slip further into poverty, leading to greater social and political unrest, new wars, and worsening national security. Out of Water doesn't just illuminate the coming global water crisis: it presents innovative solutions in agriculture, engineering, governance, and beyond, including state-of-the art techniques for integrated water management. This book will help raise the level of debate about water to the highest levels of government, and identify workable reforms and incentives to help water users utilize this crucial resource far more efficiently.

Author : Rita Armstrong,Caroline Baillie,Wendy Cumming-Potvin
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031021145

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Mining and Communities by Rita Armstrong,Caroline Baillie,Wendy Cumming-Potvin Pdf

Mining has been entangled with the development of communities in all continents since the beginning of large-scale resource extraction. It has brought great wealth and prosperity, as well as great misery and environmental destruction. Today, there is a greater awareness of the urgent need for engineers to meet the challenge of extracting declining mineral resources more efficiently, with positive and equitable social impact and minimal environmental impact. Many engineering disciplines—from software to civil engineering—play a role in the life of a mine, from its inception and planning to its operation and final closure. The companies that employ these engineers are expected to uphold human rights, address community needs, and be socially responsible. While many believe it is possible for mines to make a profit and achieve these goals simultaneously, others believe that these are contradictory aims. This book narrates the social experience of mining in two very different settings—Papua New Guinea and Western Australia—to illustrate how political, economic, and cultural contexts can complicate the simple idea of "community engagement." Table of Contents: Preface / Mining in History / The Ok Tedi Mine in Papua New Guinea / Mining and Society in Western Australia / Acting on Knowledge / References / Author Biographies