This book describes the existential threats facing the global water systems from population growth and economic development, unsustainable use, environmental change, and weak and fragmented governance. It argues that ‘business-as-usual’ water science and management cannot solve global water problems because today’s water systems are increasingly complex and face uncertain future conditions. Instead, a more holistic, strategic, agile and publically engaged process of water decision making is needed.
Building Resilience for Uncertain Water Futures emphasises the importance of adaptation through a series of case studies of cities, regions, and communities that have experimented with anticipatory policy-making, scenario development, and public engagement. By shifting perspective from an emphasis on management to one of adaptation, the book emphasizes the capacity to manage uncertainties, the need for cross-sector coordination, and mechanisms for engaging stakeholder with differing goals and conflict resolution.
This book will be a useful resource for students and academics seeking a better understanding of sustainable water use, water policy and water resources management.
Produkteigenschaften
- Artikelnummer: 9783319712338
- Medium: Buch
- ISBN: 978-3-319-71233-8
- Verlag: Springer International Publishing
- Erscheinungstermin: 16.04.2018
- Sprache(n): Englisch
- Auflage: 1. Auflage 2018
- Produktform: Gebunden
- Gewicht: 428 g
- Seiten: 213
- Format (B x H x T): 153 x 216 x 18 mm
- Ausgabetyp: Kein, Unbekannt