Water, megacities and global change

Water, megacities and global change
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Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Total Pages : 93
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ISBN-10 : 9789231001611
ISBN-13 : 9231001612
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis Water, megacities and global change by : UNESCO

"This book is the outcome of the International Conference 'Water, Megacities and Global Change', and represents the collective work of 33 authors and co-authors. It contains summaries of monographs on 15 emblematic megacities: Beijing, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Ho Chi Minh City, Istanbul, Lagos, London, Los Angeles, Manila Mexico, Mumbai, New York, Paris, Seoul and Tokyo. This edition provides unique information about water management in these megacities."--Final page of pdf.

Water, megacities and global change

Water, megacities and global change
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Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Total Pages : 97
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ISBN-10 : 9789231003226
ISBN-13 : 9231003224
Rating : 4/5 (26 Downloads)

Synopsis Water, megacities and global change by : ARCEAU Ile-de-France

Megacities

Megacities
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 230
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ISBN-10 : 9789048134175
ISBN-13 : 904813417X
Rating : 4/5 (75 Downloads)

Synopsis Megacities by : Frauke Kraas

As urbanization continues, and even accelerates, scientists estimate that by 2015 the world will have up to 60 ‘megacities’ – urban areas with more than five million inhabitants. With the irresistible economic attractions of urban centers, particularly in developing countries, making the influx of citizens unstoppable, many of humankind’s coming social, economic and political dramas will be played out in megacities. This book shows how geographers and Earth scientists are contributing to a better understanding of megacities. The contributors analyze the impact of socio-economic and political activities on environmental change and vice versa, and identify solutions to the worst problems. They propose ways of improving the management of megacities and achieving a greater degree of sustainability in their development. The goals, of wise use of human and natural resources, risk reduction (both social and environmental) and quality of life enhancement, are agreed upon. But, as this text proves, the means of achieving these ends are varied. Hence, chapters cover an array of topics, from health management in Indian megacities, to planning in New York, to transport solutions for the chronically traffic-choked Bangkok. Authors cover the impact of climate change on megacities, as well as less tangible issues such as socio-political fragmentation in the urban areas of Rio de Janeiro. This exploration of some of the most crucial issues that we face as a species sets out research that is of the utmost importance, with the potential to contribute substantially to global justice and peace – and thereby prosperity.

The Political Economy of Urban Water Security under Climate Change

The Political Economy of Urban Water Security under Climate Change
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 280
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ISBN-10 : 9783031081088
ISBN-13 : 3031081080
Rating : 4/5 (88 Downloads)

Synopsis The Political Economy of Urban Water Security under Climate Change by : Larry Swatuk

In 2018, the city of Cape Town faced the prospect of reaching ‘day zero’, that is a combination of natural and human-made factors leading to the complete collapse of its municipal water supply. While the rains eventually fell and a major disaster was averted, the fear of running out of water looms large in the psyche of residents in many cities around the world. Water is a non-substitutable, essential, finite and fugitive resource. It is the lifeblood of human endeavour. Cities, through global processes such as Agenda 2030 and forums such as ICLEI exchange best practices for achieving water security. These forums also are collective social spaces occupied by civil society organizations who share strategies and tactics, and the private sector, who compete for markets and contracts, promoting patent-protected technologies. It is these groups – states, civil societies, private sectors – coming together who determine who gets what water, when, and where. It is the job of academics to understand the how and why, and of (academic-)activists to fight for equity of access and sustainability of use. Evidence drawn from around the world and over time consistently shows that water flows toward money and power. Outcomes are too-often socially inequitable, environmentally unsustainable and economically inefficient. How to shift existing processes toward improved practices is not clear, but positive outcomes do exist. In this collection, we compare and contrast the challenges and opportunities for achieving urban water security with a focus on 11 major world cities: Bangalore, Beijing, Cairo, Cape Town, Chennai, Istanbul, Jakarta, London, Melbourne, Sao Paulo and Tokyo. Through the theoretical, conceptual and practical insights provided in these case studies, our collection constructively contributes to a global conversation regarding the ways and means of ‘avoiding day zero’.

Urban Water Crisis and Management

Urban Water Crisis and Management
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Publisher : Elsevier
Total Pages : 622
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ISBN-10 : 9780323912938
ISBN-13 : 0323912931
Rating : 4/5 (38 Downloads)

Synopsis Urban Water Crisis and Management by : Arun Lal Srivastav

Urban Water Crisis and Management: Strategies for Sustainable Development, Sixth Edition presents solutions for the current challenges of urban water and management strategies. Through contributed chapters, a framework is laid out for a reduction of the use of groundwater (heavily overused as a solution) and the alternative options for the supply of water to cities, or for urban water. Sections discuss urban water, its problems and management approaches, address the root causes of the water crisis in urban areas, and cover the scientific and technical knowledge necessary to manage water resources. Significant gaps between developed and developing nations in the procedure of water management are also addressed, along with practical information regarding recycling and the reuse of wastewater which is useful as baseline data for the future. Presents the quantitative study of water supply in urban areas, identifies water scarcity in megacities, and provides management approaches for sustainable development Identifies technology and the instruments required for the management and safe supply of water Includes case studies where these technologies have been successfully used

Global Change: Enough Water for All?

Global Change: Enough Water for All?
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 384
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ISBN-10 : 3980966828
ISBN-13 : 9783980966825
Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis Global Change: Enough Water for All? by : José L. Lozán

Essential for life - water in view of natural sciences. Water use and human impacts on the water budger. Water and climate change. What should be done?

Assessing Global Water Megatrends

Assessing Global Water Megatrends
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 258
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ISBN-10 : 9789811066955
ISBN-13 : 9811066957
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Assessing Global Water Megatrends by : Asit K. Biswas

This book highlights what are likely to be the future megatrends in the water sector and why and how they should be incorporated to improve water governance in the coming decades. In this first ever book on megatrends for the water sector, 22 leading world experts from different disciplines representing academia, business, government, national and international organisations discuss what the major megatrends of the future are and how they will radically change water governance in the coming decades.

The Water Problem

The Water Problem
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages : 210
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ISBN-10 : 9780815727842
ISBN-13 : 0815727844
Rating : 4/5 (42 Downloads)

Synopsis The Water Problem by : Patricia Mulroy

Climate change: a strategic opportunity for water managers? / Kathy Jacobs and Paul Fleming -- The delta : resolving California's water conundrum / Pat Mulroy -- The San Diego strategy : a sea change in western water / Maureen A. Stapleton -- The Colorado River story / Jim Lochhead and Pat Mulroy -- Why examine Nebraska's water governance framework? / Ann Bleed -- Harnessing hydrogeological analysis to improve groundwater management across the American West / Burke W. Griggs and James J. Butler Jr -- Southeast Florida : ground zero for sea level rise / Doug Yoder -- Finding the balance : developing resilient, sustainable water and wastewater systems in New York City / Alan Cohn, Angela Licata, and Emily Lloyd

The United Nations World Water Development Report 2020

The United Nations World Water Development Report 2020
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 234
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ISBN-10 : 9789210050005
ISBN-13 : 9210050002
Rating : 4/5 (05 Downloads)

Synopsis The United Nations World Water Development Report 2020 by : UNESCO

The 2020 edition of the WWDR, titled Water and Climate Change illustrates the critical linkages between water and climate change in the context of the broader sustainable development agenda. Supported by examples from across the world, it describes both the challenges and opportunities created by climate change, and provides potential responses – in terms of adaptation, mitigation and improved resilience – that can be undertaken by enhancing water resources management, attenuating water-related risks, and improving access to water supply and sanitation services for all in a sustainable manner. It addresses the interrelations between water, people, environment and economics in a changing climate, demonstrating how climate change can be a positive catalyst for improved water management, governance and financing to achieve a sustainable and prosperous world for all. The report provides a fact-based, water-focused contribution to the knowledge base on climate change. It is complementary to existing scientific assessments and designed to support international political frameworks, with the goals of helping the water community tackle the challenges of climate change, and informing the climate change community about the opportunities that improved water management offers in terms of adaptation and mitigation.

Urban Drought

Urban Drought
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 432
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ISBN-10 : 9789811089473
ISBN-13 : 9811089477
Rating : 4/5 (73 Downloads)

Synopsis Urban Drought by : Bhaswati Ray

This book presents water insecurity issues in urban areas while developing a water security index and explores the innovative approaches to water development and management with examples from Asian cities. The urban water crisis is a global phenomenon, but it is more obvious in the megacities of the developing world. Urban drought, although not a familiar term, will pose a significant threat to humankind in the near future, especially in the context of increasing population in cities. Many cities are already unable to provide safe, clean water for their citizens. Some of the world’s largest cities depend heavily on groundwater for their water supply. It is unlikely that dependence on aquifers, which take many years to recharge, will be sustainable. As urban populations grow, water use will need to shift from agriculture to municipal and industrial uses, making decisions about allocating between different sectors difficult. Inefficient water-use practices by households and industries, fragmented management of water between sectors and institutions, climate-induced water shortages, environmental degradation of water sources, and inadequate use of alternate sources are also issues of major concern. Despite recent advances in the literature, there exists a considerable gap in attempting an integrated water-resource management approach. Covering all aspects of urban drought and water insecurity, this book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, academics, policy makers, and development practitioners.