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Last updated on 07 October 2008

Saving water: from field to fork- curbing losses and wastage in the food chain

This paper discusses the current problems of food demand and water scarcity, and outlines some possible solutions to these issues. (Stockholm International Water Institute: 2008) More info >>

Technical notes for emergencies

These illustrated notes have been prepared for the World Health Organization to assist those working immediately or shortly after an emergency to plan appropriate responses to the urgent and medium-term water and sanitation needs of affected populations. (WHO: revised in 2005) More info >>

Water and energy futures in an urbanized Asia : sustaining the tiger

This paper looks at the emerging challenges of environmentally sustainable economic growth and urbanisation in Asia, with a particular focus on water and energy challenges in China. (Center for Strategic and International Studies: 2007) More info >>

Using recycled water for drinking: an introduction

This discussion paper explores the use of recycled water to supplement drinking water supplies in Australian towns and cities. (National Water Commission: June 2007) More info >>

Global costs of attaining the Millennium Development Goal for water supply & sanitation

This study estimates the global costs of attaining the MDG target - by 2015, to halve the proportion of people without sustainable access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation. (WHO: 2008) More info >>

An innovative approach: upgrade of water supply infrastructure in Tenganan, Indonesia

A unique community water project in Eastern Bali in collaboration with the EWB, to improve the quantity and quality of water delivered through their water supply system. (Engineers Without Borders) More info >>

Measuring rural water supply access: Findings from a comparative analysis

This report produced by the Water and Sanitation Program (WSP) and the Cambodian Ministry of Rural Development analyses rates of access to water supplies in rural areas of Cambodia. (Water and Sanitation Program: June 2007) More info >>

Local financing mechanisms for water supply

This paper examines different local financing mechanisms for delivery and maintenance of clean water supplies. (Water, Engineering and Development Centre (WEDC), Loughborough University: 2005) More info >>

Operation and maintenance for rural water services

This report examines the experiences, lessons and examples of innovations in operation and maintenance practices for rural water systems. (Water, Engineering and Development Centre (WEDC), Loughborough University: 2005) More info >>

Characteristics of well performing public water utilities

This report presents findings on attributes of well-run public utilities and attempts to identify important factors that influence their performance. (World Bank: May 2006) More info >>

Connecting the slums - a utility's pro-poor approach

This publication documents the experience of a water utility in piloting pro-poor approaches to water supply in India. (Water and Sanitation Program: February 2006) More info >>

Alternate Management Approaches for Village Water Supply Systems

A case study from Maharastra, India, which outlines alternate management options for village for water supply systems. (Water and Sanitation Program: January 2004) More info >>

Managing groundwater access in the Central Highlands Viet Nam

This research paper looks at the current levels of groundwater use in Tay Nguyen and whether they are sustainable. (APSEG) More info >>

Tsunami salt threat to Indian Ocean Islands

Water supplies may have been ruined for years on islands affected by the Asian tsunami. (BBC: 07 January 2005) More info >>

Indigenous hydrological knowledge and dry-season agriculture in upland catchments of Northern Thailand

Water management and considerations for agricultural practice during dry seasons in northern Thailand. (Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies, Australian National School of University) More info >>

Asian water supplies: Reaching the urban poor

A guide and sourcebook about urban water supplies in Asia. (Asian Development Bank: 01 August 2003) More info >>

Caring for our natural resources

The NSW Government's package of Water Reforms are aimed at achieving a better balance for water sharing. (New South Wales Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Natural Resources) More info >>

Handbook for the economic analysis of water supply projects

A handbook for non-economists who are planning, preparing, implementing, and managing of water supply projects. (Asian Development Bank) More info >>


 

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