Water Scarcity In The Mediterranean

Author : Tammo Steenhuis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781317103394

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Losing Paradise by Tammo Steenhuis Pdf

Taking a uniquely interdisciplinary view of the Eastern Mediterranean region's water problems, this book considers some of the technical and regulatory solutions being proposed or implemented to solve the difficulties of diminished or polluted water supplies. Stressing the importance of traditional and historical cultural understanding in addressing the water crisis, the authors demonstrate that what is required is an integrated legal, social and scientific management system appropriate to each country's stage of development and their cultural heritage. Using case studies from Lebanon, Italy, Spain, Egypt, Greece, Jordan and Cyprus, the authors focus on the urgency of the present crisis faced by each country and the need for cooperation. The suggested solutions also serve as a paradigm for the rest of the world as it faces similar issues of water shortage.

Author : Sergi Sabater,Damià Barceló
Publisher : Springer
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2010-07-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642039713

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Water Scarcity in the Mediterranean by Sergi Sabater,Damià Barceló Pdf

Water scarcity affects hydrologic resources, systems connectivity, biodiversity, water quality, and river ecosystem functioning. It has direct impacts on economic sectors that use and depend on water, such as agriculture, tourism, industry, energy and transport. The Mediterranean Basin is one of the regions in the world most vulnerable to climate changes, as well as one of the most impacted by human water demand. This volume provides an in-depth view of the water quality and quantity implications of water scarcity. It highlights its possible causes and describes the effects in regions under Mediterranean climate. The topics covered include climate effects, water resources (use, storage and new sources), water quality (chemical and microbiological), and the effects on ecosystems suffering from water scarcity. This book is addressed to scientists and students, but also to managers involved in the necessary decision making process to face future periods of drought.

Author : Tammo Steenhuis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1138276898

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The Water Crisis in the Mediterranean by Tammo Steenhuis Pdf

Taking a uniquely interdisciplinary view of the Eastern Mediterranean region's water problems, this book considers some of the technical and regulatory solutions being proposed or implemented to solve the difficulties of diminished or polluted water supplies. Stressing the importance of traditional and historical cultural understanding in addressing the water crisis, the authors demonstrate that what is required is an integrated legal, social and scientific management system appropriate to each country's stage of development and their cultural heritage. Using case studies from Lebanon, Italy, Spain, Egypt, Greece, Jordan and Cyprus, the authors focus on the urgency of the present crisis faced by each country and the need for cooperation. The suggested solutions also serve as a paradigm for the rest of the world as it faces similar issues of water shortage.

Author : Jose Rubio,Uriel Safriel,Raul Daussa,Winfried Blum,Fausto Pedrazzini
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2009-05-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789048125265

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Water Scarcity, Land Degradation and Desertification in the Mediterranean Region by Jose Rubio,Uriel Safriel,Raul Daussa,Winfried Blum,Fausto Pedrazzini Pdf

Based on the suggestions made by the speakers of Plenary Session IV “Ch- lenges to the management of water resources and to countering deserti cation in the Mediterranean region” during the 15th Economic and Environmental Forum, the OCEEA proposed to organize a workshop on “Water Scarcity, Land Degra- tion and Deserti cation in the Mediterranean region – Environment and Security Aspects”. In order to build on common synergies, OSCE sought co-operation with c- leagues from NATO, in particular from the Science for Peace and Security P- gramme. NATO has a longstanding expertise on the issue and had organised in Valencia, in December 2003, a NATO scienti c workshop on “Deserti cation and Security in the Mediterranean Region”. The objective of the new proposed wo- shop would be to broaden its focus from the scienti c community to include also policy makers. 1 The workshop, aimed at government of cials from the Mediterranean Region, gathered representatives of Water management, Land degradation and Desert- cation Departments of Ministries of Environment and representatives from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs. In addition, policy makers, scientists and experts were also invited. The aim was to discuss how the OSCE, NATO and other c- petent organizations like the UNCCD, UNEP, MAP, and the EU could play a role in ensuring that environment and security linkages in terms of water scarcity, land degradation and deserti cation are addressed in the Mediterranean Region.

Author : Redouane Choukr-Allah,Ragab Ragab,Rafael Rodriguez-Clemente
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789400747562

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Integrated Water Resources Management in the Mediterranean Region by Redouane Choukr-Allah,Ragab Ragab,Rafael Rodriguez-Clemente Pdf

This book puts great emphasis on the importance of Integrated Water Resources Management IWRM as the way forward towards food, water, and energy security. It offers better ways and means of managing the limited water resources; using water more efficiently; adopting new policies in order to cope with climate change and drought; increase water supply through the use of non conventional water resources, especially waste water; inducing stakeholders participation and information exchange and raise public awareness to the value of water. It is an important book for all those involved in all aspects of water resources and contains valuable information for scientists, researchers, farmers, extension services and students.

Author : Mehrez Zribi,Luca Brocca,Yves Tramblay,Francois Molle
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128180860

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Water Resources in the Mediterranean Region by Mehrez Zribi,Luca Brocca,Yves Tramblay,Francois Molle Pdf

Water Resources in the Mediterranean Region summarizes and collates scientific developments around water resources in the Mediterranean socio-economic environment through a multidisciplinary framework synthesizing hydrology, hydrogeology, climate, bioclimatology, economics, and geography. As such, it provides essential information for any reader looking to learn more about the Mediterranean which is experiencing the impact of climate change and concurrent complex issues of anthropogenic effects, especially in agriculture and other resource uses. Water Resources in the Mediterranean Region covers different challenges in the issue of the evolution of water resources in the Mediterranean. It is intended for PhD students, research scientists, and managers interested in new solutions and approaches for water management and in the forecast of future water dynamics. Offers multidisciplinary content providing global visions of the challenges faced in the Mediterranean region Presents fundamental and operational studies, providing the reader with information on how to implement these actions and results themselves Written in a pedagogical manner, allowing for ease of reading for both researchers and water managers

Author : International Development Research Centre (Canada)
Publisher : IDRC
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Water balance (Hydrology)
ISBN : 9780889369078

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Water Balances in the Eastern Mediterranean by International Development Research Centre (Canada) Pdf

Water Balances in the Eastern Mediterranean

Author : Francesca de Châtel,Gail Holst-Warhaft,Tammo S. Steenhuis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 149511550X

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Water Scarcity, Security and Democracy by Francesca de Châtel,Gail Holst-Warhaft,Tammo S. Steenhuis Pdf

Author : Atef Hamdy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 739 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 285352325X

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Coping with Water Scarcity in the Mediterranean by Atef Hamdy Pdf

Author : Colin Chartres,Samyuktha Varma
Publisher : FT Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,5 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 : Andreas N. Angelakis,Arie S. Issar
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642610844

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Diachronic Climatic Impacts on Water Resources by Andreas N. Angelakis,Arie S. Issar Pdf

Since the beginning of man's existence on Earth, the adequacy of available water has been as important as any other factor for man's survival and prosperity. The volume comprises comprehensive reviews on: Paleoenvironments of arid land, climate-water-man interactions, water resources in the Minoan era, ancient Greek examples of avoiding water shortages, climatic changes in the eastern Mediterranean region since 5000 B.C., climatic evolution in ancient civilizations based on fossil studies, impact of climatic changes on groundwater and Mediterranean wetlands. The book is written for civil and agricultural engineers, hydrologists, geologists, environmental scientists and researchers. It is also useful as a reference to consulting engineers, agriculturists, environmentalists and students.

Author : José Coca-Prados,Gemma Gutiérrez-Cervelló
Publisher : Springer
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400750791

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Economic Sustainability and Environmental Protection in Mediterranean Countries through Clean Manufacturing Methods by José Coca-Prados,Gemma Gutiérrez-Cervelló Pdf

This volume, with contributions from a team of multi-disciplinary team experts, addresses the economic sustainability and clean manufacturing methods to deal with the challenges that water scarcity and water quality are imposing on many countries, particularly on Mediterranean arid areas, that are threatening their economic and social development. Water plays a crucial role in industry, agriculture and daily life. Its use has increased ten-fold between 1900 and 2000. On a global scale, about 70 % of clean water from available sources is used for agricultural purposes, primarily irrigation, the rest of it being used for domestic and industrial purposes. With the actual demographic and economic trends, it is expected that by 2025, two-thirds of the world population will live in water-stressed areas and it is expected a 40 % increase in water consumption.

Author : Andrea Scozzari,Bouabid El Mansouri
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789400716254

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Water Security in the Mediterranean Region by Andrea Scozzari,Bouabid El Mansouri Pdf

The role of water in our communities, from local to regional and right up to global levels, poses a series of key questions about climate change, about the anthropogenic impact on the environment, and about all the interconnected actions and events that affect the availability and quality of the resource. All these questions share a common demand for more scientific knowledge and information. In this particular context the disciplinary boundaries are fading, and there is a growing need to create broader connections and wider collaborative interdisciplinary groups, aimed at building an integrated knowledge-base to serve not only stakeholders but also the whole of society. Only in this way can we hope to respond effectively to the challenges and changing dynamics of human-hydrologic systems. Following this concept, contributors from multiple disciplinary backgrounds, such as Law Studies, Hydrogeology, Monitoring and Information Technologies, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Environmental Sciences, Systems Engineering, Economics and Social Studies, joined forces and interacted in this workshop. The present book reports the proceedings of this three-day ARW (Advanced Research Workshop), and explores different aspects of the environmental security assessment process, focusing on the assessment, monitoring and management of water resources, and giving an overview of the related scientific knowledge.

Author : Giuseppe Rossi,Antonino Cancelliere,L.S. Pereira,Theib Oweis,Muhammad Shatanawi,Abdelaziz Zairi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401001298

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Tools for Drought Mitigation in Mediterranean Regions by Giuseppe Rossi,Antonino Cancelliere,L.S. Pereira,Theib Oweis,Muhammad Shatanawi,Abdelaziz Zairi Pdf

Significant vulnerability of water systems to drought is a common issue of water resources management in Mediterranean regions. This is due both to the increasing occurrence and severity of drought events and to the growing demand for municipal, tourist, and agricultural uses. The INCO-DC project entitled "A Decision Support System for Mitigation of Drought Impacts in the Mediterranean Regions" (DSS DROUGHT) addresses this issue, contributing to an improved management of water supply systems for irrigation, which represents the most consumptive sector of water resources uses in the Mediterranean region. In order to develop a comprehensive approach toward improved operation of irrigation systems under drought conditions, the project was developed around the following five main, strictly interconnected tasks: Identification of drought characteristics at a site and over a region Modelling irrigation management under conditions of water scarcity Modelling operation of water supply systems under drought conditions Integration of the developed methodologies within a Decision Support System software package Definition of requisites for Drought Watch Systems The research resulted in an advancement of knowledge through in-depth analysis of innovative methodologies, the development of tools to help decision-makers in coping with droughts through the implementation of the developed procedures in software packages, and the application of these tools to the case-studies identified by partners in their countries.

Author : Collectif
Publisher : IRD Éditions
Page : 736 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018-11-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9782709922203

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The Mediterranean region under climate change by Collectif Pdf

This book has been published by Allenvi (French National Alliance for Environmental Research) to coincide with the 22nd Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP22) in Marrakesh. It is the outcome of work by academic researchers on both sides of the Mediterranean and provides a remarkable scientific review of the mechanisms of climate change and its impacts on the environment, the economy, health and Mediterranean societies. It will also be valuable in developing responses that draw on “scientific evidence” to address the issues of adaptation, resource conservation, solutions and risk prevention. Reflecting the full complexity of the Mediterranean environment, the book is a major scientific contribution to the climate issue, where various scientific considerations converge to break down the boundaries between disciplines.