2012
Investigating mobile technology for water monitoring
Equitable allocation and efficient of water between different users requires that a variety of information on key environmental variables (such as flow rates, water levels, etc) are needed. This means that accurate and frequent monitoring is necessary, but is often lacking in many river basins. Traditional efforts on environmental data collection rely on the deployment of fixed, in-situ measuring devices, such as gauging stations where flow rates and water levels are measured, as well as meteorological, groundwater and rainfall monitoring sites. However, coverage is often inadequate at best and data most often missing, furthermore there are additional problems including lack of maintenance, difficulty in data recording and transmission that often relies on manual methods, insufficient energy, disrepair and vandalism. These types of limitations are experienced in the Pangani Basin in Tanzania. However, due to rapid advancements in low-cost mobile technology and crowd-sourcing approaches there are opportunities to collect water monitoring data with a cheaper, more efficient approach which also involves communities. …
17 Jan 2012 | Article
Promoting the catchment approach in Uganda
Across East Africa, including in Uganda, it is recognized that catchment based water resources planning, management, and development down to the local level is the key to enhanced water management. This approach is seen as essential for sustainable and integrated water resources management (IWRM) where an opportunity for involvement of all stakeholders, including non-state actors exists. …
17 Jan 2012 | Article
Les parlementaires Maliens et Burkinabé mobilisés pour le Sourou
« L’importance de la zone humide de la Vallée du Sourou au niveau environnementale et économique nécessite des outils législatifs harmonisés pour la gestion durable de ses ressources. » C’est la conviction affirmée par les délégations de parlementaires du Burkina Faso et du Mali, réunies avec les représentants des directions techniques, des collectivités locales et de la société civile de deux pays, lors de l’atelier transfrontalier sur la gestion intégrée des ressources naturelles de la Vallée du Sourou. …
17 Jan 2012 | Article
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Les communautés du Tinkisso sensibilisées aux enjeux environnementaux
La campagne de communication sociale et environnementale conduite par l’équipe du projet REPASE « Restauration et paiement des services environnementaux dans le bassin de Tinkisso » en collaboration avec l’ONG Aide Rurale au Développement (ARD), s’est achevée avec l’organisation d’un atelier de clôture, le 14 décembre 2011 à Arfamoussaya dans la préfecture de Dabola en Guinée Conakry. …
16 Jan 2012 | News story
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New Video: Adapting to climate change in Eastern and Southern Africa
In Africa, millions will suffer from climate change impacts on agriculture, water availability, ecosystem services and biodiversity. It's urgent for countries in the region to take action to reduce vulnerability and enhance local communities' capacity to adapt. …
16 Jan 2012 | Video
Livelihood security through integrated water resource management
Karezes are indigenous sub-surface water management structures and the only source of water for irrigation and human needs in the remote, mountainous drylands of Balochistan, Pakistan. The reduced influx of water due to clogged channels and conveyance losses was a huge factor in low productivity and food insecurity in Qila Iskan Khan village, forcing the villagers to migrate to other areas in search of livelihood. …
14 Jan 2012 | Article
Cuencas sin fronteras: manejo conjunto, visión única
La Gestión Integrada de Recursos Hídricos (GIRH) es el paradigma actual del manejo del agua. Implementarlo en las cuencas de un país constituye un reto; hacerlo en cuencas transfronterizas es un desafío aún mayor. …
13 Jan 2012 | News story
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3rd International Forum on Water and Food
More than 300 participants gathered in Tshwane, South Africa for the 3rd International Forum on Water and Food to address issues related to food security, poverty reduction and sustainable natural resource management. …
13 Jan 2012 | News story
Volcandpark Congress Deadline for Abstracts
The abstract presentation period for oral communications or posters will close on January 30. This is the first congress on protected volcanic areas. …
13 Jan 2012 | News story
More recognition needed for Blue Carbon’s role in curbing climate change
The critical role of coastal ecosystem management in curbing climate change and the need to fully integrate it in climate change and biodiversity policies were the focus of the “Blue Carbon – Managing coastal ecosystems for climate change mitigation” symposium that took place in the European Parliament in Brussels yesterday. …
13 Jan 2012 | News story
