The effective, ecological and sustainable utilization and management of water resources is essential for improving livelihoods of the poor and fostering overall socio-economic development in southern Africa.
| Title | Defining and mainstreaming environmental sustainability in water resources management in Southern Africa |
| Publication Type | Book |
| Year of Publication | 2002 |
| Authors | Johnson, P, Hirji, R, Maro, P, Matiza-Chiuta, T |
| Pagination | xviii, 318 p.: 132 boxes, 15 fig., 9 maps, 45 tab. |
| Date Published | 2002-01-01 |
| Publisher | SADC (Southern African Development Community) |
| Place Published | Maseru, Lesotho |
| ISBN Number | 1779100183 |
| Keywords | catchment areas, community management, economic aspects, ecosystems, environmental degradation, institutional framework, legislation, policies, pollution control, sdiwrm, sustainability, water quality, water resources management |
| Abstract |
The effective, ecological and sustainable utilization and management of water resources is essential for improving livelihoods of the poor and fostering overall socio-economic development in southern Africa. A high priority has been set on the need to achieve sustainable utilization of natural resources and effective protection of the environment. Water takes top priority in this area. Guidelines are set out towards improving awareness and sharing knowledge. The knowledge laid out in this volume provides a useful reference for the water, environment and all water-related sectors such as agriculture, energy, industry, mining, tourism and livestock. |
| Notes | Includes references Includes glossary |
| Custom 1 | 210, 202.3 |
