Sustainable Integrated Water Resources Management Research Articles

ASSESSMENT OF INTEGRATED WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SUSTAINABILITY OF ACEH MEUREUDU RIVER BASIN

Integrated water resource management contributes significantly in addressing the upsurge in water demands and challenges. The Global Water Partnership (GWP) defined the overall concept based on economic growth, accurate coordination, food security, health improvement, and social equity without compromising the sustainability system. Therefore, a need for consensus development and stakeholder involvement at every level becomes very paramount. However, the integration of sectoral organization within a particular river basin and effective management information appears imperative but complex to achieve due to political differences, individual interests, institutional influence, and objectives. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the sustainability of water resource management in Aceh MeureuduRiver Basin in a multi-dimensional and integrated approach by considering the social, economic, environmental, engineering, legal, and institutional frameworks. Furthermore, multi-dimensional scaling by a modified Rapfish software known as Rap-river basin was employed to calculate the percentage sustainability of several dimensions and reviewed attributes.The results of the MDS analysis on the Aceh MeureuduRiver Basin show the value of the sustainability of the technical (43.15), legal (43.07), and institutional (43.87) dimensions that fall into the less sustainable category. Some attributes do not indicate the direction of sustainable integrated water resources management. Value of sustainability the social (54.35), economic (53.40), and environmental (53.13) dimensions can be said to lead to the sustainability of the system even though the value is still low. Great efforts are needed to overcome this inequality so that the IWRM of the AcehMeureudu River Basin is sustainable.

Water resource R&D efficiency in Korea – toward sustainable integrated water resources management

Abstract In 2018, the Korean government established a legal foundation for integrated water management. Accordingly, various measures for integrated water management were taken, and water research and development (R&D) is being integrated with the Ministry of Environment. Strategic planning is needed for the efficient implementation of integrated large-scale water R&D. This study aims to analyze the efficiency of large-scale R&D programs in the field of water resources conducted by the Korean government and identify matters of priority for planning future water resources R&D programs. An empirical analysis was conducted using data envelopment analysis (DEA), in particular, a non-radial slack-based measure (SBM) model was applied to consider slacks in the input and output variables. The results showed that the efficiency of collaborative R&D projects was relatively lower than that of single projects. Further, corporate research institutes, which are typically considered as the leaders of technological innovation, were found to have conducted projects less efficiently than universities or public research institutes. Based on these results, this study recommends that: (1) a system to maximize the advantages of collaborative research should be established; (2) institutional support to enhance the enterprise's innovative activities should be prepared; and (3) comprehensive, long-term planning for integrated water management should be implemented.

Application of System Thinking Causal Loop Modelling in understanding water Crisis in India: A case for sustainable Integrated Water resources management across sectors

India is one among the high risk countries susceptible to water stress and as a result of exponential population growth, industrialization and rapid urbanization the per capita water availability is fast diminishing and adding to this climate change is further expected to exacerbate the problem resulting in more frequent and prolonged drought. Water is considered to be a wicked problem and hence relying on a linear and reductionist approach may no longer seems relevant in solving such complex systems. This paper adopts a system thinking principle to understand various water management challenges across sectors. System thinking has its roots in mental models and has been evolving and increasingly being used to understand Complex Dynamic Systems. Based on a systematic review of literature, the present study has developed a series of Causal Loop Diagrams (CLDs) capturing key variables pertaining to water sector. CLDs are believed to create a broader and holistic understanding of the water management challenges by clearly exhibiting the relationship between the key variables. The proposed CLDs serve as a decision making tool to understand the challenges of integrated water resources management through the complex interactions of the variables between balancing and reinforcing loops. The CLDs highlights the existing water related challenges in India and proposes a pathway for sustainable management of water resources across agriculture, industry and domestic sectors. Though the CLD discussion in this paper is based on Indian scenario, it holds good for any developing countries context.

The construction of Karalloe multipurpose dam for the Kellara technical irrigation development

The problem of Jeneponto regency is a raw water crisis for water drinking and irrigate in dry season. In rainy season, a high sediment to deposit in the lowest area. the regulate flooding and inundates rural and urban. A Jeneponto river is a joint river between Karalloe River and Kellara River which come from Lompo Batang mountain and the existing raw water is not enough to be supplied to the raw water treatment plant and not enough to be supplied to the existing Kellara technical irrigation area so the rice cropping is not optimize although existing Kellara weir and Karalloe weirs will support the irrigation. To solve the problem mentioned above, the Karalloe multipurpose dam will be constructed urgently. The problem will be managed by sustainable integrated water resources management, Step by step method to be applied in 3 terms for example in the short term, the middle term and the long term. Methodology study of this paper focused to solve the raw water crisis and regulate flooding in Jeneponto Regency. The governments apply by not only construction of the Karalloe Dam but also to apply an integrated approach.

Developing Sustainable Legal Framework for the Establishment of Integrated Water Resources Management in Iran

In this study, the advantages and limitations, given the rules and regulations in Iran, of implementing an integrated water resources management (IWRM) approach are analyzed. As IWRM does not exist at the level of basin in Iran, it is suggested that the legal framework for the establishment of IWRM eventually be initiated with consideration given the structural complexities of water management systems at a national level. Such an approach is generally missing in Iran, and sustainable solutions are necessary for the all-round development of the country as pertains to water. In addition, the environmental degradation of water and soil in basins has resulted in the migration of people from rural areas to urban regions. All these factors have contributed to the great complexity of Iran’s IWRM. With the principles of the establishment of IWRM across water basins in mind, this study investigated and ultimately presented proposals and solutions for modifying the rights and rules of the water in basins. The results indicated that the best solution for solving the problems associated with IWRM is ever-increasing interaction between the beneficiaries and the tools available for achieving a sustainable IWRM strategy in Iran.

Istanbul: the challenges of integrated water resources management in Europa’s megacity

Effective integrated water resources management (IWRM) and developments impacting on water resources are recognized as key components of environmentally sustainable development. Istanbul (Turkey) is a very large metropolitan city with a population of approximately 14 million. Istanbul is one of the 23 megacities (metropolitan areas with a population of more than 10 million) in the world and one of the most rapidly growing cities in Europe. The annual population growth is 2.8 %. The population growth in the city is almost twice the overall rate of the whole of Turkey, because of a large in-migration. The present study is a baseline assessment of IWRM of Istanbul and also provides a critical review of Istanbul’s future challenges. The assessment is part of an action on water governance (City Blueprints) in the context of the European Innovation Partnership on Water of the European Commission. The City Blueprint indicator approach and process have been applied as first step of gaining a better understanding of IWRM and the challenges ahead. This is done by using well-established and high-quality data sets, a relatively cost-effective online survey and a relatively simple questionnaire. Istanbul has set a good example to the challenges faced in water supply in megacities, where illegal settlements on watershed zones posed a threat to scarce water resources. Despite these enormous efforts, the projected future population growth and climate change in Istanbul will necessitate further major transitions towards sustainable IWRM. This holds for all aspects of the water cycle: water quality, water quantity, water supply and sanitation, coping with extreme weather events (floods and droughts), as well as for the protection of the sources of water, i.e. ecosystem conservation. Istanbul is a place where problems emerge and solutions need to be found. The time window available to do this is rapidly closing. As such, this review of IWRM of Istanbul confirms the conclusions of the World Economic Forum that water supply is one of the top three global risks for both the impact and likelihood. Our framework has been applied for nearly 40 cities, and the results for Istanbul are discussed in the broader context of recent initiatives on water governance and smart cities by the European Commission.

Sustainable Integrated Water Resources Management for Energy Production and Food Security in Libya

Abstract Paper is designed to present an overview of sustainable integrated water resources management at global, regional, national and local level for enhanced energy production and food security in Libya. It demonstrates that how actions, accords, and commitments by institute industry interaction (3Is) initiative with special reference to water resource efficiency for enhanced energy production & food security are being debated by using awareness and preparedness for environmental emergencies at local level (APELL) along with numerous both Libyan and UNEP priority initiatives and programs. Based on case studies to recognize some of the most common problems experienced in Sustainable Integrated Water Resource Management (SWIM) planning for enhanced energy production technologies & food security and developing options for overcoming them a set of recommendations on how to enhance institutional and legal reforms for its implementation at the national/local levels are briefly outlined. Finally it shows that how lessons learnt and best practices technologies especially from UN agencies are assisting to promote water resource efficiency to achieve energy & food security of case study areas in Libya for its wider application in both developed and developing countries.

A Comparative analysis of Bangladesh Water Management Practice with European Water Framework Directives

Until 90, water management plans in Bangladesh focused mainly to controlling floods and facilitates drainage and irrigation which were segregate plans, and caused detrimental effects of other sectors such as water supply, sanitation, industry, fisheries plus environmental and other in-stream demands. For avoiding the fragmentation, the country has achieved a remarkable progress in Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) activities after the period of 90.The Flood Action Plan (FAP, 1989-1995) was the pioneer of IWRM plan in Bangladesh. In 1995, Government approved The Bangladesh Water and Flood Management Strategy (BWFMS) which was an outcome of FAP. Under the recommendation of BWFMS, Bangladesh prepared NWPo and NWMP which were the holistic and government approved documents for applying integrated water resources practice in Bangladesh.The European Union has a long experience for basin wide integrated water resources management within Europe. The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union established a framework for Community action in the field of water policy in 23 October 2000 European Union’s water policies such as the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC). The EU’s experience (including its 27 Member States) is based on the best scientific knowledge and available technologies. In particular, the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) mainly focuses on river basin management rules and principles. It is recognized that the Water Framework Directive (WFD) might be used as an example for basin wide IWRM implementation and economic development for the developing countries like Bangladesh, taking into account their socio-economic conditions.This study will show that, how the European Union Water Framework Directive (WFD) model can be adapted for the effective implementation of integrated water resources in Bangladesh. A Common Implementation Strategy (CIS) has been depicted for sustainable IWRM in Bangladesh.

Understanding the hydrological system dynamics of a glaciated alpine catchment in the Himalayan region using the J2000 hydrological model

This paper provides the results of hydrological modelling in a mesoscale glaciated alpine catchment of the Himalayan region. In the context of global climate change, the hydrological regime of an alpine mountain is likely to be affected, which might produce serious implications for downstream water availability. The main objective of this study was to understand the hydrological system dynamics of a glaciated catchment, the Dudh Kosi River basin, in Nepal, using the J2000 hydrological model and thereby understand how the rise in air temperature will affect the hydrological processes. The model is able to reproduce the overall hydrological dynamics quite well with an efficiency result of Nash–Sutcliffe (0.85), logarithm Nash–Sutcliffe (0.93) and coefficient of determination (0.85) for the study period. The average contribution from glacier areas to total streamflow is estimated to be 17%, and snowmelt (other than from glacier areas) accounts for another 17%. This indicates the significance of the snow and glacier runoff in the Himalayan region. The hypothetical rise in temperature scenarios at a rate of +2 and +4 °C indicated that the snowmelt process might be largely affected. An increase in snowmelt volume is noted during the premonsoon period, whereas the contribution during the monsoon season is significantly decreased. This occurs mainly because the rise in temperature will shift the snowline up to areas of higher altitude and thereby reduce the snow storage capacity of the basin. This indicates that the region is particularly vulnerable to global climate change and the associated risk of decreasing water availability to downstream areas. Under the assumed warming scenarios, it is likely that in the future, the river might shift from a ‘melt-dominated river’ to a ‘rain-dominated river’. The J2000 model should be considered a promising tool to better understand the hydrological dynamics in alpine mountain catchments of the Himalayan region. This understanding will be quite useful for further analysis of ‘what-if scenarios’ in the context of global climate and land-use changes and ultimately for sustainable Integrated Water Resources Management in the Himalayan region. Copyright © 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Development and implementation of an Integrated Water Resources Management System (IWRMS)

Abstract. One of the innovative objectives in the EC project BRAHMATWINN was the development of a stakeholder oriented Integrated Water Resources Management System (IWRMS). The toolset integrates the findings of the project and presents it in a user friendly way for decision support in sustainable integrated water resources management (IWRM) in river basins. IWRMS is a framework, which integrates different types of basin information and which supports the development of IWRM options for climate change mitigation. It is based on the River Basin Information System (RBIS) data models and delivers a graphical user interface for stakeholders. A special interface was developed for the integration of the enhanced DANUBIA model input and the NetSyMod model with its Mulino decision support system (mulino mDss) component. The web based IWRMS contains and combines different types of data and methods to provide river basin data and information for decision support. IWRMS is based on a three tier software framework which uses (i) html/javascript at the client tier, (ii) PHP programming language to realize the application tier, and (iii) a postgresql/postgis database tier to manage and storage all data, except the DANUBIA modelling raw data, which are file based and registered in the database tier. All three tiers can reside on one or different computers and are adapted to the local hardware infrastructure. IWRMS as well as RBIS are based on Open Source Software (OSS) components and flexible and time saving access to that database is guaranteed by web-based interfaces for data visualization and retrieval. The IWRMS is accessible via the BRAHMATWINN homepage: http://www.brahmatwinn.uni-jena.de and a user manual for the RBIS is available for download as well.

California's evolution toward integrated regional water management: a long-term view

Water resources sustainability hinges on interrelated physical, chemical, biological, and human processes, all of which may affect the quantity and quality of available water supplies. California's decades-long transition process from intensive and often unmanaged groundwater development toward more effective, sustainable integrated water resources management has resulted in important lessons. The process offers insights to other countries that seek to achieve sustainability. Long-term systematic groundwater and surface water monitoring programs and ongoing assessment of regional groundwater systems are an integral part of management. On local to global scales, the need for fundamental data, regional resources assessments, and increased support for scientific and technological advances is becoming increasingly apparent. The scientific community must enhance society's understanding of the essential links between basic data needs and the advancement and application of scientific approaches for effective water management. Correspondingly, scientific and political communities must coordinate common interests in endeavors toward sustainable management. Public outreach is a necessary complement to achieve sustainability goals and garner support for the programs needed to develop water policies based on sound science, manage water resources, and meet future water demands while avoiding unacceptable impacts.

Sustainable Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in a Semi-Arid Area

AbstractThe paper refers to IWRM at the Coastal Plain of Israel. The study considers solutions to loss of groundwater resources because of water recycling, minerals and pollutants.

Patent Statistics as a Measure of Technical Change

This paper examines a question of long standing: How can one obtain operational indexes of inventive and innovative activity and technical change? Specifically, for a sample of fifty-seven pharmaceutical manufacturing firms, we attempt to determine how well a simple count of invention patents serves as a surrogate for two alternative measures of technical change: the number of research and development personnel employed, reflecting inputs into the innovative process, and the value of new product sales, which reflects outputs of the process.