Being a global initiative, South Africa' s own approach towards protection of our freshwater resources, is therefore guided by Agenda 21. Management of freshwater resources needs to allow for sustainable utilization, whilst providing for their protection. Protection principles are contai...
Calow 2009).As such, key quantitative information outlining the dimensions of the continent’s groundwater resources have, to date, remained unresolved.We address this signi,cant knowledge gap by developing the,rst quantitative maps of groundwater storage and potential groundwater yields in Africa. ...
This paper aims to evaluate the threats to the soil and water resources of South Africa. These resources are vital in ensuring sustainable food production. Physically, wind and water erosion, structural decay, subsoil compaction and soil surface crusting are of great concern. Chemically, ...
West Africa plays key roles in global climate and shows one of the strongest variations in hydro-climatic conditions. As it turns out, the region appears t
(1996). `African water resources. Challenges and opportunities for sustainable development'. World Bank, Washington, Africa Technical department Series, World Bank Technical Paper no. 331, 115pp.Sharma, N. et al. (1996) `African water resources, challenges and opportunities for sustainable ...
Hydrology and Water Resources of Africa 来自 Springer 喜欢 0 阅读量: 45 作者: M Shahin 摘要: In most small islands, water development projects have not achieved their goal. This is often because the technologies, design and materials were not suitable for either the environment or the cultural...
Rain is the main water resource in Syria, affecting the availability of all other water resources. The average annual rainwater resource is 46 BCM
The non-governmental organization Kenya Connect is addressing lack of access to clean water in rural Kenya by engaging with and supporting local communities to manage resources sustainably. “In the area where we work, the sources of water are seasonal streams which dry up after the rains,” say...
Impact of Climate Change on Water Availability in Suppan P, Kunstmann H, Heck A, Rimmer A (2008) Impact of climate change on water availability in the near East. In: Zereini F, Hotzl H (eds) Climatic changes and water resources in the Middle East and North Africa. Springer... P Supp...
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