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POLICY OPTIONS FOR EFFECT IMPLEMEN

Policy Options for Effective Implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action in Asia and the Pacific

Developing Innovative Strategies for Flood Resilient Cities

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Water Resources Series
15 Sep 2011
This report offers an overview of issues and challenges in managing urban flood risks which reviews socio-economic impacts of flooding. Impacts of urban development on flood risks are described in the context of adapting to climate change. The report comprises a synthesis of recent developments i...
WATER SERVICES FOR THE URBAN POOR

Water Services for the Urban Poor

A Guide to the Planning and Provision of Water and Sanitation Services to the Urban Poor - Water Resources Series No. 84

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Water Resources Series
11 Feb 2005
Water is the essence of life and is now clearly recognized as a fundamental human right. The provision of safe drinking water and proper sanitation was highlighted for priority action by the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Development at its third session, held at Bangkok from 16 t...
GUIDE TO PREPARING URBAN WATER USE

Guide to Preparing Urban Water-use Efficiency Plans

Water Resources Series No. 83

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Water Resources Series
11 Jun 2004
This publication provides guidelines on preparing plans for the efficient use of water in residential, municipal and commercial sectors. It contains important information for developing water-use efficiency plans, evaluating their cost effectiveness, assessing current and future water demands, an...
WATER CONSERVATION GUIDE PROMOT

Water Conservation

A Guide to Promoting Public Awareness

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Water Resources Series
21 Feb 2002
Water is our common treasure, which we have to hand on to the next generation. However, trends show a further increase of the pressure on freshwater resources in Asia and the Pacific due to a steady escalation in the amount of water used for daily life, agriculture and industries. In many countri...
PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES WATER ALLOC

Principles and Practices of Water Allocation Among Water-Use Sectors

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Water Resources Series
4 May 2001
Almost all countries in Asia and the Pacific have reached an era in which water has become a scarce resource. Shortages of water supply will become a major constraint on social development and well-being, unless equitable and economically efficient water allocation policies can be developed to sa...
WASTEWATER MNGMT POLICIES

Wastewater Management Policies and Practices in Asia and the Pacific

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Water Resources Series
4 Aug 2000
In Asia and the Pacific, the proper removal and disposal of sewage and other polluted waters have been a major problem to governments for years and continue to present a serious challenge. This publication is a regional survey of wastewater management practices and policies based upon data receiv...
GDLNS & MANUAL ON THE PROTE

Guidelines and Manual on the Protection and Rehabilitation of Contaminated Rivers

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Water Resources Series
21 Jul 2000
Rapid urban population growth and expansion of industrialization are factors that have resulted in indiscriminate discharging of industrial and human wastes into rivers. This publication presents guidelines on technical approaches as well as institutional, statutory, planning, administrative and ...
GDLNS WATER & SUSTAINABLE DEV

Guidelines on Water and Sustainable Development

Principles and Policy Options

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Water Resources Series
14 Nov 1997
The multisectoral nature of water resources development in the context of socio-economic development, as well as the multi-interest utilization of water resources have made the planning of programmes and projects on water and sustainable development a highly complex task. The guidelines in this p...
GDBK TO WATER RESOURCES USE

Guidebook to Water Resources, Use and Management in Asia and the Pacific

Water Resources and Water Use

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Water Resources Series
26 Dec 1997
This report of the expert group meeting reviews: the status of protection of water resources, water quality and aquatic ecosystems in the ESCAP region; strategies and methodologies for effective protection of water resources and aquatic ecosystems; recommendations and guidelines for protection of...
INTEGR WATER RESOURCES MNGMT ASIA

Integrated Water Resources Management in Asia and the Pacific

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Water Resources Series
31 May 1996
An invaluable publication for all, especially those involved with international organizations, containing an analysis of water resources availability and use and, an overview of future water demand.
COMPUTER APPLICAT FOR GROUNDWATER

Computer Applications for Groundwater Assessment and Management

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Water Resources Series
9 Jun 1995
We are shown here how the use of computers for groundwater studies can help in the proper assessment, development, efficient use and management of water resources for many future years. Also of great interest are the explanations of how modern microcomputers can help in the setting-up of large da...
URBAN WATER RESOURCES MNGMT

Urban Water Resources Management

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Water Resources Series
25 Mar 1994
The ever-increasing demand for water by a growing population and expanding industrial and agricultural activities are placing a heavy burden on existing water resources in the Asian and Pacific region. This publication contains the report on a regional seminar on water management in urban areas, ...
GROUND WATER QUALITY & MONITORING

Groundwater Quality and Monitoring in Asia and the Pacific

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Water Resources Series
20 Nov 1992
This publication offers an in-depth discussion of state-of-the-art water quality monitoring programmes in the region. Included are status reports by country, technical and scientific reports on current developments in quality monitoring strategies and recommendations for strengthening national pr...
URBAN FLOOD LOSS PREVENT MITIGAT

Urban Flood Loss Prevention and Mitigation

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Water Resources Series
15 Jul 1991
This investigative report identifies the aspects of urban flooding common and peculiar to particular urban areas in Asia and gives recommendations on solving the consequential problems of flooding in each area.
WATER QUALITY MONITORING THE ASIAN

Water Quality Monitoring in the Asian and Pacific Region

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Water Resources Series
16 Aug 1991
This report presents state-of-the-art water quality monitoring programmes and an overview of monitoring water quality in the Asian and Pacific region. Country status reports on drinking water quality, pollution in rivers, water monitoring problems and regulatory measures are outlined. Also contai...