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Commercialization of Renewable Energy Technologies for Sustainable Development

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: September 2000 )

This publication is largely based on the reports of country studies undertaken in Bangladesh, The Lao People's Democratic Republic, Myanmar, Nepal and on papers on experience in renewable energy...

This publication is largely based on the reports of country studies undertaken in Bangladesh, The Lao People's Democratic Republic, Myanmar, Nepal and on papers on experience in renewable energy...


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Sourcebook of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in West Asia

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: June 2002 )

The West Asian Region is characterized by its aridity and vast deserts where water evaporates quickly or is absorbed into the soil before it can be properly used or contained. Throughout history...

The West Asian Region is characterized by its aridity and vast deserts where water evaporates quickly or is absorbed into the soil before it can be properly used or contained. Throughout history...


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Environmentally Sound Technologies for Wastewater and Stormwater Management

An International Source Book

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: June 2002 )

This publication is a sequel to the 'International Source Book on Environmentally Sound Technologies for Municipal Solid Waste Management'. The urgent need for information on how to deal with...

This publication is a sequel to the 'International Source Book on Environmentally Sound Technologies for Municipal Solid Waste Management'. The urgent need for information on how to deal with...


Integrated Waste Management Practices to Protect Freshwater Resources

Case Studies from West Asia, the Mediterranean and the Arab Region

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: March 2002 )

The 1999 Inter-Regional Workshop on Technologies for Waste Management was organized in response to the growing needs of cities in West Asia, the Mediterranean and the Arab Region to build their...

The 1999 Inter-Regional Workshop on Technologies for Waste Management was organized in response to the growing needs of cities in West Asia, the Mediterranean and the Arab Region to build their...


Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development III, Energy Infrastructure Policies and Issues

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: February 2000 )

The Energy Resource Development Series is a biennial publication, which addresses a selected theme of current interest to analysts, policy makers and planners in the energy sector. This publication...

The Energy Resource Development Series is a biennial publication, which addresses a selected theme of current interest to analysts, policy makers and planners in the energy sector. This publication...


Sourcebook of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in Small Island Developing States

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: August 1999 )

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...


Sourcebook of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in Latin America and the...

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 1999 )

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...


Sourcebook of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in East and Central Europe

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 1999 )

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...


Sourcebook of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in some Asian Countries

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 1999 )

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...


Sourcebook of Alternative Technologies for Freshwater Augmentation in Africa

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 1999 )

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...

Freshwater resources have been dwindling over the years, while the demand for high quality water has been steadily increasing. Aimed particularly at water resource planners and managers, this...


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Sustainable Energy Future

Policy Options, Barriers and Action Plans - Shifting Towards a Sustainable Energy Development Path

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: June 2002 )

Modern energy services are important to economic and social development, however, the current negative impacts of production, conversion and use of energy caused grave concern for the environment in...

Modern energy services are important to economic and social development, however, the current negative impacts of production, conversion and use of energy caused grave concern for the environment in...


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Energy Services for Sustainable Development in Rural Areas in Asia and the Pacific

Policy and Practice

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: January 2007, PDF: April 2007 )

This publication focuses on an in-depth analysis of the issues, policies and mechanisms in widening access to energy services in support of achieving sustainable development in rural areas of Asia and...

This publication focuses on an in-depth analysis of the issues, policies and mechanisms in widening access to energy services in support of achieving sustainable development in rural areas of Asia and...


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End-use Energy Efficiency and Promotion of a Sustainable Energy Future

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: November 2005, PDF: October 2006 )

The growing demand for energy has become a serious concern to the global community due to dwindling fossil fuel resources and the environmental impact of unsustainable consumption and production...

The growing demand for energy has become a serious concern to the global community due to dwindling fossil fuel resources and the environmental impact of unsustainable consumption and production...


Technology Needs for Lake Management in Indonesia Case Studies

Lakes Rawa Danau and Rawa Pening, Java

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 2000 )

This publication provides a general diagnostic analysis of Rawa Danau and Rawa Penning. It describes and discusses environmentally sound technologies and management practices that are appropriate for...

This publication provides a general diagnostic analysis of Rawa Danau and Rawa Penning. It describes and discusses environmentally sound technologies and management practices that are appropriate for...


Planning and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs

An Integrated Approach to Eutrophication

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 2000 )

This book is the result of the participation of 26 experts involved with the management of freshwater resources from Africa, Europe, North and South America, Asia and Oceania. Their experiences on the...

This book is the result of the participation of 26 experts involved with the management of freshwater resources from Africa, Europe, North and South America, Asia and Oceania. Their experiences on the...


Planning and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs

An Integrated Approach to Eutrophication - A Student's Guide

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: July 2001 )

This publication provides an overview of the problems and possible solutions associated with eutrophication in freshwater lakes and reservoirs. It takes a look at the origins of the problems, their...

This publication provides an overview of the problems and possible solutions associated with eutrophication in freshwater lakes and reservoirs. It takes a look at the origins of the problems, their...


Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: May 1996 )

This publication offers an in-depth discussion on each form of energy, how it impacts on the environment and how big a part it plays in sustainable development.

This publication offers an in-depth discussion on each form of energy, how it impacts on the environment and how big a part it plays in sustainable development.


Sectoral Energy Demand Studies

Application of the End-Use Approach to Asian Countries

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: January 1992 )

One of the ultimate goals of administrators must be to formulate investment plans that would minimize the overall cost over the long term of supplying energy services. The aim of this study is to aid...

One of the ultimate goals of administrators must be to formulate investment plans that would minimize the overall cost over the long term of supplying energy services. The aim of this study is to aid...


Technical Workbook on Environmental Management Tools for Decision Analysis

Technical Reference and Workbook

Series: Technical Publication Series
( Print: December 2000 )

A recurrent subject of discussion is the need for integrating environmental considerations in making decisions that have impact on development, whether at the national, industrial or community level...

A recurrent subject of discussion is the need for integrating environmental considerations in making decisions that have impact on development, whether at the national, industrial or community level...


Background Issues of Oil Supply Trading in Pacific Island Countries

Series: Energy Resources Development Series
( Print: August 1990 )

This study presents petroleum supply and demand as it affects the island States as well as their buying strategies. This report will be of interest of readers concerned with options facing small...

This study presents petroleum supply and demand as it affects the island States as well as their buying strategies. This report will be of interest of readers concerned with options facing small...