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Last updated on 07 October 2008

Practical approaches to transboundary water benefit sharing

This paper considers practical mechanisms for moving towards an operationalisation of benefit sharing in transboundary water management. (ODI: July 2008) More info >>

Managing for safe water: field guide 2007

This field guide provides practical advice to planners within local governments, and to non-government organisations (NGOs) and other parties involved in water-related activities at local and community levels. (AusAID: 2007) More info >>

Beyond scarcity: power, poverty and the global water crisis

The 2006 UNDP Human Development Report examines the most critical issues and challenges facing humanity. The report addresses the scope of water problems faced by over 3 billion people globally.  (UNDP: 2006) More info >>

Rural water use and the environment Â? the role of market mechanisms

This report by the Australian Productivity Commission reviews the role of market mechanisms in better regulating and improving the sustainable use of water in rural areas. (Productivity Commission: June 2006) More info >>

Knowledge and information management in the water and sanitation sector

This paper gives an overview of knowledge management concepts and practice, and its relevance to the water and sanitation sector. (IRC International Water and Sanitation Centre: 2006) More info >>

Good practices on strategic planning and management of water resources in Asia and the Pacific

This publication provides guidance on good practice for strategic planning and management of water resources in the Asia-Pacific region. (UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP): December 2005) More info >>

Flood forecasting and river monitoring system in the Mekong River Basin

This paper describes the flood forecasting and river monitoring system used in the Mekong River basin and future challenges for the system due to social and environmental changes in the area. (Mekong River Commission: 2005) More info >>

Wetland values and functions

Pack of 10 fact sheets explaining the importance of wetlands for water resource health, management and use. (Ramsar Convention on Wetlands: 2002) More info >>

Ramsar Convention manual

Overview of the history, structures and present work relating to the Ramsar international convention on wetlands. (Ramsar Convention on Wetlands: 2004) More info >>

Environmental flows Â? planning for environmental water allocations

This policy brief provides recent research information on environmental water flows for policy makers and planners in development. (International Water Management Institute) More info >>

Healthy Waterways Factsheets

Series of factsheets on river ecosystems and river basin management under the Healthy Waterways initiative in Southeast Queensland. (Healthy Waterways) More info >>

International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management

A portal to Australia's education, training and research expertise in water.
(International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management) More info >>

Catalyzing change

A handbook for developing integrated water resources management and water efficiency strategies. (Global Water Partnership: 2004) More info >>

Little Green Data Book - 2005

The annual Little Green Data Book series are pocket-sized, quick-reference publications on environmental data. (The World Bank: 2005) More info >>

Balancing the water demands of agriculture and conservation

Discussion paper that highlights the need for water to be managed to meet food security, poverty reduction and environmental objectives.

(International Water Management Institute: 2004) More info >>

Rivers' health program: Sustainable River Audit for the Murray-Darling Basin

Online resources outlining the objectives of the new six-year $11m program by the Murray-Darling Basin Commission to audit the health of the Murray's rivers and streams. (Murray-Darling Basin Commission: June 2004) More info >>

Finding solutions to natural resource management together: New Murray-Darling Basin

Conflict resolution, long-term decision-making and solving natural resource management issues are addressed in this toolkit for communities, government and industry. (Murray-Darling Basin Commission: June 2004) More info >>

Inquiry into future water supplies for Australia's rural industries and communities

Report on future water supplies for rural industries and communities by the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry. More info >>

River at risk: the Mekong and the water politics of China and Southeast Asia

This paper critically analyses one of Southeast Asia's gravest social and environmental challenges, the damming and dredging of the Mekong River system. (Dr Milton Osborne , Lowy Institute for International Policy: 2004) More info >>

Measure and estimate water wasted due to leaks

Online tool for calculating water wastage with a drips per minute or a 'bucket and stopwatch' method. (Global Development Research) More info >>

Water: managing the world's finite resources

PowerPoint presentation with information about strategic approaches to sustainable water resource management. (Royal Agricultural Society of NSW) More info >>

Water recycling in Australia

Discussion about trends in the processing, use and methods of application of recycled water internationally and in Australia. (Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE)) More info >>

Water Handbook

In recent years new areas of water management have emerged, including community management, cost-effectiveness and involvement across all levels of society. (United Nations Children's Fund: 21 May 1999) More info >>

Water for all

Case studies with details about water projects in the Asia region. (Asian Development Bank) More info >>

Water for Life - International Year of Freshwater 2003

Details of some AusAID's water and sanitation projects in such countries as Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Vietnam. (AusAID: AusAID) More info >>

Global Education - water

Facts, statistics and information about water for school children who are involved in community water resource projects. (Global Education) More info >>

Communication for water supply and sanitation

This resource provides a broad overview of state-of-the-art programming for behaviour development communication. (United Nations Children's Fund) More info >>

Water supply, sanitation & integrated water resources management

This paper looks at approaches to better integrate delivery of water and sanitation services with management of water resources in the same areas. (Natural Resources Institute: 2001) More info >>


 

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