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What principle highlights the importance of equal participation in decision making in relation to water management?
What principle highlights the importance of equal participation in decision making in relation to water management?
- Water is a human right
- Economic and social progress (correct)
- Efficiency in water usage
- Water as a public good
Which principle states that water should be treated as an economic good?
Which principle states that water should be treated as an economic good?
- Principle of user responsibility
- Principle of water's social value
- Principle of water as a public good (correct)
- Principle of sustainability
What is one of the aims in translating the Dublin-Rio Principles into action points?
What is one of the aims in translating the Dublin-Rio Principles into action points?
- Eliminate all water-related policies
- Achieve sustainable water security (correct)
- Decrease access to clean water
- Increase industrial water use
How can charging for water influence behavior in water resource management?
How can charging for water influence behavior in water resource management?
What role does knowledge about the water cycle play in sustainable development?
What role does knowledge about the water cycle play in sustainable development?
Which factor is essential for the effectiveness of a water resources management policy?
Which factor is essential for the effectiveness of a water resources management policy?
What percentage of food production relies on irrigation using extracted water, as noted in the principles?
What percentage of food production relies on irrigation using extracted water, as noted in the principles?
What is a critical component of ensuring water resource management respects all stakeholders?
What is a critical component of ensuring water resource management respects all stakeholders?
What percentage of global water use is attributed to domestic needs?
What percentage of global water use is attributed to domestic needs?
What constitutes blue water in the hydrological cycle?
What constitutes blue water in the hydrological cycle?
In freshwater supply, what fraction of the Earth's water is freshwater readily available for drinking purposes?
In freshwater supply, what fraction of the Earth's water is freshwater readily available for drinking purposes?
Which sector accounts for the largest percentage of global water use?
Which sector accounts for the largest percentage of global water use?
What is a common price range for drinking water in US cities?
What is a common price range for drinking water in US cities?
What mechanism supports information-sharing and exchange in Integrated Water Resources Management?
What mechanism supports information-sharing and exchange in Integrated Water Resources Management?
Which of the following is NOT a component of water governance?
Which of the following is NOT a component of water governance?
What is indicated by the term 'green water'?
What is indicated by the term 'green water'?
What is a critical challenge regarding water treatment mentioned in the context of water demand?
What is a critical challenge regarding water treatment mentioned in the context of water demand?
What is a common feature of tariffs for water services?
What is a common feature of tariffs for water services?
What is the purpose of the Water, Energy, Land and Food (WELF) nexus concept?
What is the purpose of the Water, Energy, Land and Food (WELF) nexus concept?
Which Sustainable Development Goal is primarily concerned with clean water and sanitation?
Which Sustainable Development Goal is primarily concerned with clean water and sanitation?
What is integrated into the Water, Energy, Food Ecosystem (WEFE) nexus?
What is integrated into the Water, Energy, Food Ecosystem (WEFE) nexus?
What does IWRM stand for?
What does IWRM stand for?
Which principle is core to the Integrated Water Resources Management?
Which principle is core to the Integrated Water Resources Management?
What aspect does the WELF nexus help to improve according to the content provided?
What aspect does the WELF nexus help to improve according to the content provided?
What negative effect can arise from distorting subsidies in resource management?
What negative effect can arise from distorting subsidies in resource management?
The concept of WEF nexus includes which additional factor when expanded to WEFE?
The concept of WEF nexus includes which additional factor when expanded to WEFE?
What is the percentage of global water use that is attributed to agriculture?
What is the percentage of global water use that is attributed to agriculture?
What is the estimated amount of water withdrawn for irrigation on a global scale per year?
What is the estimated amount of water withdrawn for irrigation on a global scale per year?
For a crop with a water requirement of 0.5 l/s ha, how much water is needed on average per day?
For a crop with a water requirement of 0.5 l/s ha, how much water is needed on average per day?
What type of water loss is attributed to surface irrigation systems?
What type of water loss is attributed to surface irrigation systems?
What is the harvest value per hectare for potato crop considering a yield of 40 t/ha at a price of 100 €/ton?
What is the harvest value per hectare for potato crop considering a yield of 40 t/ha at a price of 100 €/ton?
What type of irrigation is generally not considered economic for wheat production based on the provided data?
What type of irrigation is generally not considered economic for wheat production based on the provided data?
Which factor does NOT influence the power generation in hydro-power systems?
Which factor does NOT influence the power generation in hydro-power systems?
What is the potential economic impact of irrigation costing 0.5 €/m³ for potatoes requiring 2,500 m³ for a hectare?
What is the potential economic impact of irrigation costing 0.5 €/m³ for potatoes requiring 2,500 m³ for a hectare?
What is the significance of the nexus approach in relation to Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)?
What is the significance of the nexus approach in relation to Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)?
What percentage of water use is attributed to irrigation according to the content?
What percentage of water use is attributed to irrigation according to the content?
Which resource is mentioned as contributing 20% of energy through hydropower?
Which resource is mentioned as contributing 20% of energy through hydropower?
What does the term 'green water' refer to in the context of food and land use?
What does the term 'green water' refer to in the context of food and land use?
Why is the inter-connectedness of water, land, and energy becoming increasingly important?
Why is the inter-connectedness of water, land, and energy becoming increasingly important?
What is a potential outcome of improved resource efficiency as described in the content?
What is a potential outcome of improved resource efficiency as described in the content?
Which of the following statements about food pricing and biomass demand is accurate?
Which of the following statements about food pricing and biomass demand is accurate?
What is the primary concern when considering the use of water for irrigation in relation to hydropower?
What is the primary concern when considering the use of water for irrigation in relation to hydropower?
What is the maximum possible energy associated with a water flow described by the formula $E_{max} = \rho g Q \Delta h$?
What is the maximum possible energy associated with a water flow described by the formula $E_{max} = \rho g Q \Delta h$?
Which of the following is a water-related ecosystem service?
Which of the following is a water-related ecosystem service?
What percentage of the world's total water withdrawal is attributed to agriculture?
What percentage of the world's total water withdrawal is attributed to agriculture?
What is a potential ecological consequence of large height differences in dam operations?
What is a potential ecological consequence of large height differences in dam operations?
Which of the following is NOT a use of treated wastewater in agriculture?
Which of the following is NOT a use of treated wastewater in agriculture?
According to global water use statistics, which of the following categories accounts for the smallest volume of water use?
According to global water use statistics, which of the following categories accounts for the smallest volume of water use?
Which statement correctly reflects the relationship between climate change and water resources?
Which statement correctly reflects the relationship between climate change and water resources?
What is the main intent of the Dublin-Rio Principles in water management?
What is the main intent of the Dublin-Rio Principles in water management?
Which of the following is a principal goal of the Sustainable Development Goals related to water?
Which of the following is a principal goal of the Sustainable Development Goals related to water?
What is a common approach to enhance water conservation in urban areas?
What is a common approach to enhance water conservation in urban areas?
What percentage of water produced in the EU is typically lost before reaching the customer?
What percentage of water produced in the EU is typically lost before reaching the customer?
Which technology is NOT mentioned as part of the digital tools for water management?
Which technology is NOT mentioned as part of the digital tools for water management?
How do smart networked systems contribute to water management?
How do smart networked systems contribute to water management?
Which of the following is considered an advantage of digital water management tools?
Which of the following is considered an advantage of digital water management tools?
What is a goal of implementing IoT in water management systems?
What is a goal of implementing IoT in water management systems?
What does the principle of ecological integrity in Integrated Water Resources Management emphasize?
What does the principle of ecological integrity in Integrated Water Resources Management emphasize?
Which Dublin-Rio principle emphasizes the importance of a participatory approach in water management?
Which Dublin-Rio principle emphasizes the importance of a participatory approach in water management?
What does economic efficiency in water management aim to achieve?
What does economic efficiency in water management aim to achieve?
Which principle of Integrated Water Resources Management deals with the basic right to water quantity and quality?
Which principle of Integrated Water Resources Management deals with the basic right to water quantity and quality?
What is highlighted as a critical aspect of fresh water in the Dublin-Rio principles?
What is highlighted as a critical aspect of fresh water in the Dublin-Rio principles?
What is essential for ensuring that all stakeholders participate in water management decisions?
What is essential for ensuring that all stakeholders participate in water management decisions?
Which aspect is highlighted regarding women's roles in water management?
Which aspect is highlighted regarding women's roles in water management?
What framework is necessary for effectively managing water resources across multiple authorities and users?
What framework is necessary for effectively managing water resources across multiple authorities and users?
What approach should be taken to achieve long-lasting agreements in water management?
What approach should be taken to achieve long-lasting agreements in water management?
What does the holistic management of the hydrological cycle emphasize?
What does the holistic management of the hydrological cycle emphasize?
What is a primary goal of Integrated Water Resources Management?
What is a primary goal of Integrated Water Resources Management?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus?
In the context of water resource management evolution, what was a notable characteristic of the past approach?
In the context of water resource management evolution, what was a notable characteristic of the past approach?
How does the integrated approach to water resource management differ from past methods?
How does the integrated approach to water resource management differ from past methods?
What impact do local authorities face from the water sector's electricity consumption?
What impact do local authorities face from the water sector's electricity consumption?
What is indicated by the term 'natural resources management' in the context of IWRM?
What is indicated by the term 'natural resources management' in the context of IWRM?
Which principle emphasizes sustainable development in Integrated Water Resources Management?
Which principle emphasizes sustainable development in Integrated Water Resources Management?
What was a common consequence of the infrastructure solutions used in past water management?
What was a common consequence of the infrastructure solutions used in past water management?
What is the main ecological benefit of water-related ecosystem services?
What is the main ecological benefit of water-related ecosystem services?
Which sector uses the largest proportion of global water resources according to world water use statistics?
Which sector uses the largest proportion of global water resources according to world water use statistics?
What is one of the main purposes of wastewater in agriculture?
What is one of the main purposes of wastewater in agriculture?
What percentage of the world’s total water withdrawal is attributed to industrial use?
What percentage of the world’s total water withdrawal is attributed to industrial use?
What is the significance of a spillway in dam construction?
What is the significance of a spillway in dam construction?
What is one of the main challenges related to the allocation of wastewater?
What is one of the main challenges related to the allocation of wastewater?
What is indicated by the term 'reservoirs of biodiversity' in the context of water ecosystems?
What is indicated by the term 'reservoirs of biodiversity' in the context of water ecosystems?
What relationship exists between groundwater replenishment and ecosystem services?
What relationship exists between groundwater replenishment and ecosystem services?
What does the term 'climate change mitigation' involve in relation to water?
What does the term 'climate change mitigation' involve in relation to water?
What does the maximum possible energy equation $E_{max} =
ho g Q riangle h$ represent?
What does the maximum possible energy equation $E_{max} = ho g Q riangle h$ represent?
What is a primary goal of the Water, Energy, Land and Food (WELF) nexus concept?
What is a primary goal of the Water, Energy, Land and Food (WELF) nexus concept?
How does the Water, Energy, Food Ecosystem (WEFE) nexus contribute to ecosystem sustainability?
How does the Water, Energy, Food Ecosystem (WEFE) nexus contribute to ecosystem sustainability?
Which of the following is NOT a measure promoted for achieving resource use efficiency in the WELF nexus?
Which of the following is NOT a measure promoted for achieving resource use efficiency in the WELF nexus?
What role does Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) play within the WELF nexus framework?
What role does Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) play within the WELF nexus framework?
In the context of the WELF nexus, what is a negative consequence of distorting subsidies?
In the context of the WELF nexus, what is a negative consequence of distorting subsidies?
Which Sustainable Development Goal is most closely associated with access to clean water and sanitation?
Which Sustainable Development Goal is most closely associated with access to clean water and sanitation?
What is a key aspect of implementing the Dublin-Rio principles in IWRM?
What is a key aspect of implementing the Dublin-Rio principles in IWRM?
Which aspect is expanded in the WEF nexus when considering ecosystems?
Which aspect is expanded in the WEF nexus when considering ecosystems?
Flashcards
Water as a Public Good
Water as a Public Good
The idea that water is a fundamental human right and has value for both societal and economic uses. It involves balancing access, equity, and efficient management.
Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
The key principle of water management, advocating for integrated planning that considers all aspects of the water cycle and the needs of diverse stakeholders.
Basin Management Plan
Basin Management Plan
A plan that outlines actions and policies to ensure the sustainable management of water resources within a specific geographical area.
Adequate Investment in Water
Adequate Investment in Water
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Affordable Water Access
Affordable Water Access
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Water as an Economic Good
Water as an Economic Good
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Water Security
Water Security
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Sustainable Water Management
Sustainable Water Management
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Dublin-Rio Principles
Dublin-Rio Principles
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Water Resource Supply
Water Resource Supply
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Water Demand
Water Demand
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Water Allocation
Water Allocation
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Water Governance
Water Governance
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White, Green, and Blue Water
White, Green, and Blue Water
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Food Production Water Use
Food Production Water Use
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Domestic Water Use
Domestic Water Use
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Industrial Water Use
Industrial Water Use
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Water Demand for Agriculture
Water Demand for Agriculture
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Crop Water Requirements
Crop Water Requirements
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Water Loss in Irrigation Systems
Water Loss in Irrigation Systems
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Consumptive Water Use in Agriculture
Consumptive Water Use in Agriculture
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Non-Consumptive Water Loss
Non-Consumptive Water Loss
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Economic Viability of Irrigation
Economic Viability of Irrigation
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Water Demand for Hydro-Power
Water Demand for Hydro-Power
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Discharge in Hydro-Power
Discharge in Hydro-Power
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Nexus approach
Nexus approach
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Global demand for biomass
Global demand for biomass
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Water productivity
Water productivity
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WELF nexus
WELF nexus
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Energy and water nexus
Energy and water nexus
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Consumptive use of water
Consumptive use of water
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Integrated water resources management
Integrated water resources management
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Resource scarcity
Resource scarcity
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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WELF and WEFE vs. IWRM
WELF and WEFE vs. IWRM
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Tradeoffs and Synergies in the Nexus
Tradeoffs and Synergies in the Nexus
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Integrating Nexus Thinking into IWRM
Integrating Nexus Thinking into IWRM
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Emax = g Q h
Emax = g Q h
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Ecological Flow
Ecological Flow
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Water-related Ecosystem Services
Water-related Ecosystem Services
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Agricultural Water Use
Agricultural Water Use
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Blue Water Sources
Blue Water Sources
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Wastewater Reuse for Irrigation
Wastewater Reuse for Irrigation
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IWRM
IWRM
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Dublin Principles of Water Management
Dublin Principles of Water Management
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SDGs and Water
SDGs and Water
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WATER-ENERGY-FOOD-ECOSYSTEM (WEFE) Nexus
WATER-ENERGY-FOOD-ECOSYSTEM (WEFE) Nexus
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Evolution in Water Management
Evolution in Water Management
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Water Management Digitalisation
Water Management Digitalisation
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Big Data Analytics in Water
Big Data Analytics in Water
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Internet of Things (IoT) in Water
Internet of Things (IoT) in Water
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AI and Machine Learning for Water
AI and Machine Learning for Water
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Reducing Water Loss with Technology
Reducing Water Loss with Technology
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What are the main principles of IWRM?
What are the main principles of IWRM?
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What are the Dublin-Rio (DR) principles?
What are the Dublin-Rio (DR) principles?
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What is the Nexus approach?
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What is Discharge in Hydro-Power?
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What is Crop Water Requirement?
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Hydrological Cycle's Interconnection
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Participatory Water Management
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Women's Role in Water
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Gender in Water Management
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Water-Energy-Land-Food Nexus
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Sustainable Development Goals and Water (SDG6)
Sustainable Development Goals and Water (SDG6)
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WELF and WEFE: A Broader View
WELF and WEFE: A Broader View
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Maximum Possible Energy (Emax) Calculation
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Global Water Use Statistics
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Water
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Study Notes
Water Resources Management 1
- The course is titled Water Resources Management 1, taught by Prof. Dr. ir. Anne Gobin at KU Leuven.
- The course covers Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM).
- IWRM is a process that promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land and related resources.
- The goal is to maximize economic and social welfare while maintaining the sustainability of vital ecosystems.
- IWRM principles include identifying water-affecting resources and stakeholders.
- Developing a comprehensive management plan for sustaining these resources is crucial.
- Water resources are central to the management approach.
- The course is associated with UPWARE (Solving Water Challenges) and various study projects.
Outline
- Definitions of Integrated Water Resources Management
- Concepts of Water Resources Management
- Dublin-Rio Principles
- Different aspects of IWRM
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem Nexus
Evolution in Water Resources Management
- Past: Infrastructure solutions like dams, canals, and dykes were common, typically focused on water supply and flood control.
- Present: An integrated approach aims to address interconnected issues, like multiple users and natural resource management.
Multiple Users and Challenges
- The management of various competing interests (consumption, agriculture, industry) is a key element.
- Addressing the challenge of balancing the demands of varied users is crucial.
- Water pollution is also a significant problem, particularly in regions like the Nile River. Specific examples like the 2022 French drought highlight the impact of climate change.
Future of Integrated Water Resources Management
- The water sector consumes ~5% of the EU's electricity.
- Water utilities are responsible for ~30-50% of local authority electricity consumption.
- Significant improvement can be gained from unified water operating centres
- Digital tools are essential for delivering substantial environmental gains through increased efficiency. Specific figures like 15% reduction in water lost, 30% reduction in water consumption.
Dublin-Rio Principles
- Emphasize the finite and vulnerable nature of water resources.
- Advocating for participatory management approaches to tackle allocation issues.
- Highlighting the role of women in water management, impacting local economies and communities.
- Recognition of the social and economic worth of water.
- Equitable and efficient water management and sustainable use.
Water as a Finite and Vulnerable Resource
- Water is essential for life and environmental development, but is limited.
- Its hydrological cycle is crucial to consider in resource management efforts.
- Other natural resources and ecosystems interact with water in various ways, affecting its availability, quantity, and quality.
Participatory Approach
- Involves stakeholders at all levels in water-related decision making, including users, planners, and policymakers.
- Importance of consensus among all social backgrounds and perspectives.
Women's Role
- Recognition of the pivotal role women play in the provision, management, and safeguarding of water, traditionally central to collection and safeguarding domestic water for use in agriculture.
Water as a Public Good
- Water is a public good, with a social and economic benefit to a wide range of users.
- Affordable water and sanitation are basic human rights.
- Charging for water and promoting efficient use is a key strategy.
Water Demand for Human Needs
- Domestic uses account for 7-8% of global water usage.
- Daily human needs for drinking water and sanitation are outlined (e.g., 50L of clean water).
- Fresh water supply is limited, and polluted water needs treatment for suitable use for consumption.
Water Demand by Industry, Mining, Hotels
- Industries like manufacturing and mining utilize substantial water resources to meet production needs (e.g., ~23% of global water use and estimated 975 km³ per year withdrawal).
- Offices and hospitals have daily water consumption needs.
- Water demand differs across various sectors. Specific examples are given (e.g., 30 L/employee per day for offices).
Water Demand for Irrigation
- Agriculture accounts for ~70% of global water use, primarily for irrigation.
- Modern irrigation systems require significant water resources.
- Efficient systems and careful planning are needed to mitigate water loss. Rules of thumb for irrigation are included, illustrating the varying water needs for different crops.
Water Demand for Hydropower
- Non-consumptive; power is generated based on elevation drop and flow rate.
- Consideration factors for ecological flow safeguards are important.
Water Demand for Ecosystems
- Importance of water-related ecosystem services such as flood control, groundwater replenishment, and water purification.
- Wet ecosystems are under threat, and the need for services like flood control, water purification, and climate change mitigation is emphasized.
Allocation – World Water Use Statistics
- Municipal, industrial, and agricultural usages account for various percentages of total water withdrawal worldwide.
- Data from Aquastat highlights various aspects of water withdrawals, specifically with figures for municipal, industrial and agricultural usages.
Allocation Wastewater: Challenge and Opportunity
- Wastewater use in agriculture is higher than previously estimated, demanding attention. Examples of the specific problem and its global context is provided, for example related to Ghana.
Water Energy Land Food (WELF) nexus
- Importance of considering interconnectedness of water, energy, land and food resources, including sustainable use of natural resources.
- Safeguarding these resources is crucial to address global challenges, especially in context of climate change.
- IWRM as a critical tool, and the interconnectedness of water, energy, food, and land is stressed.
- Water is a crucial component in food production, but cannot be isolated from other uses.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- The Sustainable Development Goals provide a framework for developing sustainable solutions and policies for clean water and sanitation.
- Recognising that water is essential in different sectors of human interaction.
- Interconnectedness of water, energy, land and food is critical towards achieving these goals. Specific examples involving several of the SDGs are given.
SDG6: Indicator for the status of IWRM
- The degree of integrated water resources management is measured (using Indicator 6.5.1).
- This is done to improve policies and management practices. Specific details such as the percentage breakdown of implementation stages is provided. A source/link is also provided for data.
Other Topics
- A variety of other topics like definitions, concepts, Dublin Rio Principles, and the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem have been added. Several detailed examples in the case studies are now included and data points that add context to the concepts discussed are included.
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