Understanding Water Security At Local Government Level In South Africa

Author : Richard Meissner,Nikki Funke,Karen Nortje,Maronel Steyn
Publisher : Springer
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-11-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030025175

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Understanding Water Security at Local Government Level in South Africa by Richard Meissner,Nikki Funke,Karen Nortje,Maronel Steyn Pdf

This book provides unique insights into the complex issue of water security in South Africa. Based on qualitative research conducted through face-to-face structured interviews and focus group discussions with individuals, traditional leaders, municipal officials, researchers, businesspeople and farmers in the two local governments – the Sekhukhune District and eThekwini Metropolitan Municipalities – it focuses on the peoples’ understanding of the concept of water security and whether they believe that the municipalities have achieved water security for all. The research is supported by water security-related statistics, particularly those pertaining to water quality and quantity, and an extensive literature review for the concept of water security. In addition to assessing the state of water security in both municipalities, the book presents a new water security definition and typology, and offers valuable recommendations for future research.

Author : Richard Meissner
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030530518

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eThekwini’s Green and Ecological Infrastructure Policy Landscape by Richard Meissner Pdf

This book offers the reader a deeper understanding of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality’s green and ecological infrastructure policy landscape. The author utilises the PULSE3 analytical framework to conduct an in-depth examination and to show how experts frame and implement the municipality’s green and ecological infrastructure strategies and projects. Although the initial purpose of this book was to investigate the role of green and ecological infrastructures in eThekwini’s water security aspirations, the author realised that climate change adaptation and mitigation play a more central role in motivating the municipality to develop and implement such science-driven projects. To be sure, science that is informed by a positivist paradigm, guides how, where and when the municipality should develop green and ecological infrastructures. Furthermore, a positivistic stance is generated in this policy landscape, where science and politics meet at a local government level, and the book offers an insight into the science–policy interface, as well as the normative and value orientations that positivism often ignores. The book also shows the usefulness of the PULSE3 framework and how it can assist scientists in all fields to gain a deeper understanding of the complications that are faced by humankind. This book fills a market gap by providing a view of how scientists think about problems and how to solve them by using established paradigms and theories.

Author : R. Pejan,South Africa. Water Research Commission
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Human rights
ISBN : 1770055150

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The Development of a Framework for Understanding Human Rights-based Approaches and Integrating Them Into Water Resources Management in South Africa by R. Pejan,South Africa. Water Research Commission Pdf

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264330276

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OECD Studies on Water Water Governance in Cape Town, South Africa by OECD Pdf

In 2018, the city of Cape Town, South Africa, was close to the “Day Zero”, requiring all taps to be shut off and citizens to fetch a daily 25 litre per person. Though the day-zero was avoided, it is estimated that, at the current rate, South Africa will experience a 17% water deficit by 2030 if no action is taken to respond to existing trends.

Author : Pardeep Singh,Yulia Milshina,Kangming Tian,Deepak Gusain,João Paulo Bassin
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128183403

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Water Conservation and Wastewater Treatment in BRICS Nations by Pardeep Singh,Yulia Milshina,Kangming Tian,Deepak Gusain,João Paulo Bassin Pdf

Water Conservation and Wastewater Treatment in BRICS Nations: Technologies, Challenges, Strategies, and Policies addresses issues of water resources—including combined sewer system overflows—assessing effects on water quality standards and protecting surface and sub-surface potable water from the intrusion of saline water due to sea level rise. The book's chapters incorporate both policies and practical aspects and serve as baseline information for future adaption plans in BRICS nations. Users will find detailed important information that is ideal for policymakers, water management specialists, BRICS nation undergraduate or university students, teachers and researchers. Presents tools and techniques that can be used to preserve water resources, including groundwater and surface water Provides geophysical methods to quantitatively monitor physical earth processes associated with water resources, such as contaminant transport and ecological and climate change investigations and monitoring Includes desalination techniques which can solve the issue of scarce drinking water

Author : Arvind Kumar
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 702 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2022-02-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128156919

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Ecosystem-Based Adaptation by Arvind Kumar Pdf

Ecosystem-Based Adaptation: Approaches to Sustainable Management of Aquatic Resources presents a close examination of the role of ecosystem-based adaptation in managing river basins, aquifers, flood plains and their vegetation to provide water storage and flood regulation. Furthermore, the book explores improved ecosystem-based services for managing floods, conservation of water and its resources (including watersheds), avoiding water scarcity, and ensuring long-term water security planning, all in the context of sustainable development goals. This book will help scientists pave the way for easy implementation of sustainable development goals, ensuring a secure and sustainable future. Presents information in an easy-to-follow manner using tables, figures and graphs where applicable, along with case studies from all continents Provides a reference for experts to use as an authoritative source to support environmental action and regulation Delineates the role of ecosystem-based adaptation in sustainable management and in the restoration of watershed forests and wetlands

Author : Bruce Lankford,Karen Bakker,Mark Zeitoun,Declan Conway
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 415 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136285851

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Water Security by Bruce Lankford,Karen Bakker,Mark Zeitoun,Declan Conway Pdf

The purpose of this book is to present an overview of the latest research, policy, practitioner, academic and international thinking on water security—an issue that, like water governance a few years ago, has developed much policy awareness and momentum with a wide range of stakeholders. As a concept it is open to multiple interpretations, and the authors here set out the various approaches to the topic from different perspectives. Key themes addressed include: Water security as a foreign policy issue The interconnected variables of water, food, and human security Dimensions other than military and international relations concerns around water security Water security theory and methods, tools and audits. The book is loosely based on a masters level degree plus a short professional course on water security both given at the University of East Anglia, delivered by international authorities on their subjects. It should serve as an introductory textbook as well as be of value to professionals, NGOs, and policy-makers.

Author : Anja du Plessis
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031240195

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South Africa’s Water Predicament by Anja du Plessis Pdf

The book provides a critical evaluation of South Africa’s freshwater resources to illustrate the way in which its freshwater resources, water access, services and infrastructure have continued to decline over the past three decades. The continued decline of water governance, management, water service delivery, dilapidated water infrastructure, dysfunctional local governments and overall excessive water degradation is illustrated and emphasized using real-life examples and case studies from various contexts within the country. The main argument of the book is that South Africa’s freshwater resources have declined to such an extent that it can be described as a predicament. Questionable water governance decisions and reactive water management practices have led to no improvement and/or increased degradation of freshwater resources. An overall lack of service delivery exists across the country, in various contexts, leading to further water and social decline. An inter-disciplinary evaluation of South Africa’s current water predicament is provided, major water crises are prioritized, and suitable recommendations are given to transform its predicament into problems which can be addressed. Suitable background information is given to emphasize the necessity of good water governance, management, and service delivery. South Africa’s freshwater resources are evaluated with specific focus on the decline of informed water governance, management, service delivery and water quality. Factors requiring urgent attention are determined and suitable recommendations and/or actions are provided. An evaluation and overall synthesis focused on the transformation of the predicament into problems is provided. Primary water problems are prioritized according to urgency and suitable recommendations are given to assist in transforming the country’s current complex water predicament into “simpler” water problems. Political will, collaboration with researchers, stakeholders, non-governmental organizations, and cooperation of civil society is required. South Africa’s already scarce freshwater resources and decaying infrastructure will persist and possibly collapse if no major actions or interventions are implemented.

Author : Claudia Pahl-Wostl,Anik Bhaduri,Joyeeta Gupta
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Water security
ISBN : 1782548009

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Handbook on Water Security by Claudia Pahl-Wostl,Anik Bhaduri,Joyeeta Gupta Pdf

Water security has received increasing attention in the scientific and policy community in recent years. This Handbook covers the wide range of perspectives required to understand water security as a concept guiding water governance and management at different levels and in different regions. It reflects on past, present and future challenges to water security and strategies on how to overcome them. An invaluable resource for scientific scholars, it will also appeal policymakers and practitioners interested in a deeper understanding of this important concept.

Author : Kathy Eales
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Water-supply, Rural
ISBN : STANFORD:36105073369766

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Integrating Rural Local Government with Existing Water Supply Structures by Kathy Eales Pdf

Author : Cobbing, J.
Publisher : International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789290908746

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The North West dolomite aquifers, South Africa by Cobbing, J. Pdf

Author : Ronnie Donaldson
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2023-07-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783031371424

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Socio-Spatial Small Town Dynamics in South Africa by Ronnie Donaldson Pdf

This book explores small town geographical aspects by approaching them from a socio-spatial perspective. The contributions included in this book delve into a range of topics that have not been commonly studied before, such as white privilege, neglect of municipal infrastructure, collaborative governance, livelihoods in small-scale fisheries, housing provision, well-being in mining towns, studentification in rural contexts, election trends, and the historical development of small-town spas. The book adopts a socio-spatial point of view, providing a holistic understanding of the interplay between social and spatial factors within selected small town case studies. This approach sheds light on the socio-economic, political, and cultural dynamics that shape small towns. This localized perspective allows for a more targeted analysis of issues and potential solutions, taking into account the specific historical, cultural, and political contexts of small town South Africa. The edited volume serves as a valuable resource for academics, policymakers, practitioners, and anyone interested in understanding and improving small towns in South Africa.

Author : Robert C. Brears
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781119131731

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Urban Water Security by Robert C. Brears Pdf

In the 21st Century, the world will see an unprecedented migration of people moving from rural to urban areas. With global demand for water projected to outstrip supply in the coming decades, cities will likely face water insecurity as a result of climate change and the various impacts of urbanisation. Traditionally, urban water managers have relied on large-scale, supply-side infrastructural projects to meet increased demands for water; however, these projects are environmentally, economically and politically costly. Urban Water Security argues that cities need to transition from supply-side to demand-side management to achieve urban water security. This book provides readers with a series of in-depth case studies of leading developed cities, of differing climates, incomes and lifestyles from around the world, that have used demand management tools to modify the attitudes and behaviour of water users in an attempt to achieve urban water security. Urban Water Security will be of particular interest to town and regional planners, water conservation managers and policymakers, international companies and organisations with large water footprints, environmental and water NGOs, researchers, graduate and undergraduate students.

Author : Steffen Bauer,Imme Scholz
Publisher : Earthscan
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781849775014

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Adaptation to Climate Change in Southern Africa by Steffen Bauer,Imme Scholz Pdf

Adverse climate impacts are already evident across Southern Africa and pose a serious threat to the development prospects of the region's societies. Sustainable development in this region will depend on the rapid development and implementation of effective adaptation measures.This volume identifies the new socioeconomic and political boundaries to development that result from ongoing climate change in Southern Africa. The collected papers explore the region's potential for a transition to development strategies that combine meaningful socioeconomic investment and adaptation measures while also improving livelihoods in the region. The chapters are backed up by detailed case studies which underscore the urgent need for national governments and multilateral agencies to develop strategies to support Southern Africa's societies in adapting to climate change.

Author : Sofie Hellberg,Fredrik Söderbaum,Ashok Swain,Joakim Öjendal
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781000969719

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Routledge Handbook of Water and Development by Sofie Hellberg,Fredrik Söderbaum,Ashok Swain,Joakim Öjendal Pdf

Water is essential for human life and at the centre of political, economic, and socio-cultural development. This Routledge Handbook of Water and Development offers a systematic, wide-ranging, and state-of-the-art guide to the diverse links between water and development across the globe. It is organized into four parts: Part I explores the most significant theories and approaches to the relationship between water and development. Part II consists of carefully selected in-depth case studies, revealing how water utilization and management are deeply intertwined with historical development paths and economic and socio-cultural structures. Part III analyses the role of governance in the management of water and development. Part IV covers the most urgent themes and issues pertaining to water and development in the contemporary world, ranging from climate change and water stress to agriculture and migration. The 32 chapters by leading experts are meant to stimulate researchers and students in a wide range of disciplines in the social and natural sciences, including Geography, Environmental Studies, Development Studies, and Political Science. The Handbook will also be of great value to policymakers and practitioners.