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Last updated on 12 July 2008

Technical briefing: water quality analysis in emergency situations

This technical brief outlines the usual testing regime as recommended for use by OXFAM staff in emergency situations. (Oxfam) More info >>

Field water quality testing in emergencies

This factsheet outlines a recommended field approach for microbiological water quality testing in emergencies. (WELL: Jan 2007) More info >>

CDC fact sheets and other documents on household water treatment

This site contains a practical collection of factsheets and resources on effective, low-cost household water treatment in developing countries. (The Environmental Health Project: 2008) More info >>

Use of ceramic water filters in Cambodia

This evaluation studies the impact of pilot projects by two NGOs in Cambodia that have introduced the use of ceramic water filters. (Water and Sanitation Program: August 2007) More info >>

The Bonn Charter for safe drinking water

This Charter sets out the principles of an effective drinking water quality framework as a bases for reliably achieving good, safe drinking water supplies. (International Water Association: Sept 2004) More info >>

GEMSTAT - global water quality data and statistics

This site, developed by the UN Global Environment Monitoring System (GEMS) aims to provide environmental water quality data and information from around the world. (UN Global Environment Monitoring System) More info >>

Building capacity to monitor water quality

This paper discusses case studies of water-quality monitoring in Asia using a combination of imported water-quality monitoring equipment and local methods of implementation. (OECD: May 2006) More info >>

Water quality monitoring in Pacific Island countries

A handbook designed to assist personnel and organizations involved in measuring water quality of drinking water, surface waters and coastal waters in Pacific Island countries. (South Pacific Applied Geosciences Commission: February 2005) More info >>

The hydrogen sulphide paper strip test for water quality

This report provides information on the use of hydrogen sulphide paper strips to test water quality in the Pacific. (South Pacific Applied Geosciences Commission: February 2005) More info >>

Groundwater Pollution

Fact sheet about managing clean water supplies. (Western Australia Water and Rivers Commission) More info >>

Drinking Water Facts

A range of brochures providing scientific information about drinking water. (Cooperative Research Centre for Water Quality and Treatment) More info >>

River and Estuary Pollution

Fact sheets about pollution from the Water and Rivers Commission. (Western Australia Water and Rivers Commission) More info >>

The World of Water Quality

Information about global inland water quality and sustainable management of the world's freshwater. (United National Environment Programme) More info >>


 

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