The document presents results from a study examining phosphorus levels in Lake Erie before and after the invasion of Dreissenid mussels. Samples were taken from 8 transects across the western, central, and eastern basins in June and August 2011. Phosphorus turnover time and chlorophyll a levels were measured at varying depths from nearshore to offshore. The results showed seasonal declines in phosphorus and increases in chlorophyll a across the lake. Spatially, there was no consistent pattern of increasing phosphorus deficiency from nearshore to offshore as hypothesized. Offshore areas may be co-limited by nitrogen rather than solely by phosphorus.
This document provides an overview of basic computer networking concepts. It defines what a computer network is and describes the typical components that make up a network, including servers, clients, networking cards, connection media, and network operating systems. It also discusses different types of networks like LANs, WANs, MANs, and VPNs. The document outlines common network architectures including Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI, and protocols like TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and NetBEUI. It provides details on network cables, connectors, and the OSI model for networking.
An integrated hydrologic-economic model can jointly represent river basin hydrology and economic systems. The model structure includes sub-models for hydrology, agriculture, industry, municipalities, and institutions. It uses an optimization approach to maximize total net water benefits across sectors. The model can help with strategic decision making by evaluating tradeoffs between off-stream and instream water uses under different policy and investment scenarios. However, it has limitations such as not being suitable for day-to-day river operations and not fully representing rainfed agriculture and poverty impacts.
The document discusses several topics related to water integrity, gender equity, and climate change. It notes that corruption in the water sector puts lives and livelihoods at risk, slows development, and disproportionately affects the poor. It also discusses the costs of corruption, including waste of resources and failure to lead by example. The document argues that billions of dollars of new climate change-related investments will be at high risk of corruption. It advocates for integrating anti-corruption platforms into policy agendas and streamlining corruption and environment policies. Finally, it describes the Water Integrity Network's efforts to advocate for water integrity on a global level through partnerships and country-based activities.
A computer network connects two or more computers so that users can share files, printers, and other resources. The document defines different types of networks including LANs for local connections, WANs for wide area connections across locations, and the Internet for global connections. It also explains common network components like servers, clients, and networking protocols.
River flood modelling with mike 11 case of nzoia river (budalangi) in kenyaAlexander Decker
This document presents a study that uses the one-dimensional MIKE 11 hydrodynamic model to simulate flooding in the lower Nzoia River basin in Kenya. The study area focuses on the Budalangi floodplains. The objectives are to implement the MIKE 11 model for this river reach and investigate the 2008 Budalangi floods. The model is set up using surveyed river cross-section data and boundary conditions. Two scenarios are modeled - an intact dyke case and a breached dyke case. The results show that the 2008 flooding was mainly caused by dyke breach. The optimal computational time step and spatial step for model stability are found to be 1 minute and 500m, respectively.
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The document discusses water use accounting in several river basins around the world using hydrology models, with a focus on the inputs needed including rainfall, potential evapotranspiration, land use, catchment boundaries, and irrigation water use factors. Examples are provided showing observed and calculated flows for the Karkheh basin in Iran, the Limpopo basin, the Volta basin, and the Sao Francisco basin, demonstrating the models. Water use patterns are also shown for several of the basins.
The document presents results from a study examining phosphorus levels in Lake Erie before and after the invasion of Dreissenid mussels. Samples were taken from 8 transects across the western, central, and eastern basins in June and August 2011. Phosphorus turnover time and chlorophyll a levels were measured at varying depths from nearshore to offshore. The results showed seasonal declines in phosphorus and increases in chlorophyll a across the lake. Spatially, there was no consistent pattern of increasing phosphorus deficiency from nearshore to offshore as hypothesized. Offshore areas may be co-limited by nitrogen rather than solely by phosphorus.
This document provides an overview of basic computer networking concepts. It defines what a computer network is and describes the typical components that make up a network, including servers, clients, networking cards, connection media, and network operating systems. It also discusses different types of networks like LANs, WANs, MANs, and VPNs. The document outlines common network architectures including Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI, and protocols like TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and NetBEUI. It provides details on network cables, connectors, and the OSI model for networking.
An integrated hydrologic-economic model can jointly represent river basin hydrology and economic systems. The model structure includes sub-models for hydrology, agriculture, industry, municipalities, and institutions. It uses an optimization approach to maximize total net water benefits across sectors. The model can help with strategic decision making by evaluating tradeoffs between off-stream and instream water uses under different policy and investment scenarios. However, it has limitations such as not being suitable for day-to-day river operations and not fully representing rainfed agriculture and poverty impacts.
The document discusses several topics related to water integrity, gender equity, and climate change. It notes that corruption in the water sector puts lives and livelihoods at risk, slows development, and disproportionately affects the poor. It also discusses the costs of corruption, including waste of resources and failure to lead by example. The document argues that billions of dollars of new climate change-related investments will be at high risk of corruption. It advocates for integrating anti-corruption platforms into policy agendas and streamlining corruption and environment policies. Finally, it describes the Water Integrity Network's efforts to advocate for water integrity on a global level through partnerships and country-based activities.
A computer network connects two or more computers so that users can share files, printers, and other resources. The document defines different types of networks including LANs for local connections, WANs for wide area connections across locations, and the Internet for global connections. It also explains common network components like servers, clients, and networking protocols.
River flood modelling with mike 11 case of nzoia river (budalangi) in kenyaAlexander Decker
This document presents a study that uses the one-dimensional MIKE 11 hydrodynamic model to simulate flooding in the lower Nzoia River basin in Kenya. The study area focuses on the Budalangi floodplains. The objectives are to implement the MIKE 11 model for this river reach and investigate the 2008 Budalangi floods. The model is set up using surveyed river cross-section data and boundary conditions. Two scenarios are modeled - an intact dyke case and a breached dyke case. The results show that the 2008 flooding was mainly caused by dyke breach. The optimal computational time step and spatial step for model stability are found to be 1 minute and 500m, respectively.
This 3 sentence summary provides the high level information from the document:
The document discusses water use accounting in several river basins around the world using hydrology models, with a focus on the inputs needed including rainfall, potential evapotranspiration, land use, catchment boundaries, and irrigation water use factors. Examples are provided showing observed and calculated flows for the Karkheh basin in Iran, the Limpopo basin, the Volta basin, and the Sao Francisco basin, demonstrating the models. Water use patterns are also shown for several of the basins.
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1) Higher pCO2 levels delayed larval development, reduced calcification, and decreased larval size.
2) The proportion of fertilized eggs and hatched larvae was lower at higher pCO2 levels.
3) Calcification was reduced in larvae exposed to higher pCO2, with fewer larvae showing full calcification at 72 hours in the 700 and 1000 μatm treatments.
4) Growth rates over 24-72 hours, as measured by h
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Adapting to a changing climate - Jerry Knox (Cranfield University)Farming Futures
1. The document discusses how climate change is impacting agriculture through changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, and increased evapotranspiration.
2. It provides examples of observed and projected changes in potato yields and irrigation needs in Europe under different climate scenarios by mid-century.
3. Adaptation strategies are needed to address water scarcity issues exacerbated by climate change, such as more efficient irrigation systems, shifting to drought-resistant crops, and cooperative water management.
Nepal; Eco Home For Sustainable Water Management: A Case Study In KathmanduV9X
The document describes a case study of a house in Kathmandu, Nepal called the Eco Home that has implemented various techniques for sustainable water management. These techniques include rainwater harvesting to collect over 180m3 of rainwater annually, a urine diversion dry toilet that separates human waste, and a greywater treatment system using a constructed wetland to recycle over 50% of the household water for non-potable uses like toilet flushing and gardening. The Eco Home aims to be self-sufficient in its water needs and reduce pollution by treating and reusing water on site rather than relying on municipal supplies or discharging waste.
- Bulgaria relies on surface water, underground water, and reservoirs for its potable water supply. Surface water makes up 82% of resources, with underground water being the only solution for many regions.
- Between 1991-2010, Bulgaria's water availability index (WAI) remained above 2000 m3/capita/year, indicating no water stress, while its water stress index (WSI) remained below 0.15, also indicating no water stress.
- As of 2010, over 5031 settlements were served by Bulgaria's national water supply system, providing potable water to 98.8% of the population at a rate of 340 liters/capita/day. However, only 40% of supplied
Presentation from the Informal Consultation on Livestock Issues between the FAO Animal Production and Health Division and interested Non-Governmental Organizations. 1–2 December 2009 Italy, Rome FAO Headquarters.
[ Originally posted on http://www.cop-ppld.net/cop_knowledge_base ]
Adapting to a changing climate - Jerry Knox, Cranfield UniversityFarming Futures
1) European annual mean air temperatures have increased by over 1 degree Celsius since 1860, with the 1990s being the warmest decade on record.
2) Climate variability impacts irrigation water demand, with demand driven by changes in rainfall patterns and evapotranspiration rates.
3) Future climate changes are expected to significantly increase irrigation needs across much of England by the 2050s due to rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns. This poses risks to irrigated agriculture.
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This document summarizes Lebanon's plan to develop its solar water heater market between 2009-2020. The key points are:
1) Lebanon has set a target to install 190,000 m2 of new solar collectors by 2014, reaching 50,000 m2 in annual sales that year, and 1,053,988 m2 total by 2020.
2) Lebanon is preparing product standards, testing methodology, and certification procedures for solar water heaters to ensure quality. Standards from the European Committee for Standardization will be adopted.
3) A testing facility will be established at the Industrial Research Institute in 2010, and installers will need to be certified through a training program.
4) The plan
The document provides an update on San Angelo's water supply projects including reservoir levels, pumping stations, pipelines, and the Hickory aquifer project. Lake levels have declined over the past year while pumping and pipeline installation on the Hickory project are ongoing to bring additional water supply online by 2014. Road and well work are progressing to support the project.
El documento presenta un índice de ambiente institucional para evaluar las instituciones relacionadas con los recursos hídricos en cuatro países andinos. Define las instituciones y describe cómo se estructuran las relaciones sociales. Explica cómo se puede observar el comportamiento institucional a nivel nacional y describe las variables consideradas en el cálculo del índice para cada país.
Este documento resume las principales conclusiones de un estudio sobre la pobreza y su relación con el acceso al agua en los Andes. Indica que los niveles más altos de pobreza se encuentran en las zonas andinas secas de Bolivia y Perú en comparación con las zonas costeras. También muestra que la pobreza está más concentrada en las zonas aguas arriba de las cuencas y que el acceso al riego reduce la probabilidad de pobreza. Finalmente, recomienda abordar la pobreza de manera multifacética y
The document summarizes outputs from the BFPANDES project, which include:
1. Capacity building for students, institutions, and project members through training and dissemination of tools and data.
2. Freely available reports, maps, and baseline data on water issues in the Andes, as well as the AguAAndes policy support system - a web-based tool for understanding impacts of policy options.
3. A survey of 80 water professionals found that soil erosion, agricultural livelihoods, institutional water management, access to water, and payments for ecosystem services were top priorities. Lack of available data and training were barriers to using existing policy support tools.
This document discusses water availability and productivity in the Andes region. It provides context on the heterogeneous nature of the Andes basin and competing demands on land and water resources. It then summarizes baseline data on land use, GDP, irrigation and protected areas. Several key methods are discussed for analyzing water availability, including rainfall and evapotranspiration modeling. Results show areas of water deficit and surplus. Methods for analyzing water productivity through dry matter production are also summarized. The impacts of climate change, land use change, and protected areas on water resources are assessed through modeling.
The document discusses the human impacts on water quality globally and in the Andean region from agricultural, industrial, and urban activities. It notes that land use change affects hydrological processes and downstream water users. Payment for ecosystem services schemes are one way upstream land managers can be paid to provide hydrological services like water quantity, flow regulation, and quality to downstream beneficiaries. However, spatial water quality data and models are less developed than those for water quantity and flow regulation. The document then provides methods to quantify the hydrological value of protected areas and model the human footprint on water supplies to urban areas.
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The document discusses climate change and its impacts on water resources and management. It summarizes a presentation on the Climate and Water Programme (CPWC) which started in 2001 to build awareness of climate change impacts and has since 2005 worked on operational responses. It notes that climate change is one of the most fundamental challenges facing humanity and water will be greatly impacted. The IPCC 2007 report projects significant impacts on water resources from climate change by mid-century. Adaptation is a top priority and was discussed at the Copenhagen climate summit, but commitments to mitigation and financing remain uncertain. The document emphasizes the need to mainstream climate change into water management and adaptation strategies.
This document discusses water availability and productivity in the Andes region. It provides context on the heterogeneous nature of the Andes in terms of climate, land use, and competing demands on water resources. It then presents various methods and results from analyzing water availability and productivity at different spatial scales. Key findings include areas of current and potential future water deficit, the influence of dams on water storage and use, impacts of climate and land use change on hydrology, and relationships between water availability/climate factors and agricultural productivity. Complexities and uncertainties in the analyses are also acknowledged.
This document discusses strengthening scientific capacity for water resources management in developing countries facing climate change. It summarizes that developing countries lack capacity to cope with climate impacts and need to build infrastructure. Scientific capacity can be strengthened through well-defined programs involving local stakeholders, appropriate technology, and financial mechanisms with monitoring and evaluation. Such programs provide research funding, equipment, literature access, fieldwork support, training, and dissemination to generate results and inform decision-making.
Este documento resume los efectos del cambio climático en la salud pública según un experto. El cambio climático ha causado un aumento de las temperaturas globales y la concentración de CO2 en la atmósfera. Estos cambios amenazan la salud humana a través de olas de calor más frecuentes, enfermedades transmitidas por vectores como la malaria, y desastres relacionados con el clima. El cambio climático también exacerbará las desigualdades sociales y económicas. Se necesitan acciones urgentes a
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A report prepared for the
Department for International Development (DFID)
Project: ‘The Role of Fisheries in Poverty Alleviation
and Growth: Past, Present and Future’
A report prepared for the
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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Potential for integrated farming systems for improving productivity in saline and waterlogged soils
1. Potential for integrated farming systems for
improving productivity in saline and
waterlogged soils
CENTRAL SOIL SALINITY RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Regional Research Station, Lucknow
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5. ISSUE-2
To develop the reclamation technology in waterlogged sodic soils.
STRATEGIES
Identify constraints, development of viable technology.
PROGRAMMES
Agri-aquaculture based farming system research through appropriate
land modification in water logged sodic soil in the adjoining of main
canal by harnessing the seepage water.
Feasibility of summer crops for exploiting the shallow ground water
in the adjoining area of the main canals.
Evaluation of multi lateral interceptor drains to control seepage to
minimize waterlogging and salt build up.
Sub- surface drainage (horizontal and vertical) for reclamation of
waterlogged sodic soil.
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7. Water Balance
Water Balance Component of the Pond was computed with the help of following equation
VSm = ∑ VRm − ∑ VEm − ∆S m (1)
VSm = monthly volume of upward/downward seepage from the pond, L3
VRm = monthly volume of rainfall water, L3
VEm = monthly volume of water evaporated from pond, L3
Sm = monthly change in pond water storage, L3
Following equation was used for computing the Monthly Water Balance
VTm = VIm + VRm + VMs−upward (2)
VTm = total monthly volume of pond water
VIm = initial pond storage
VRm = monthly volume of rainfall water
VMs = upward/downward seepage
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17. Important parameters of water in pond
Particulars Period (2008)
Jan 10 May 07 Aug 29
Dissolved Oxygen 7.4 6.9 6.8
Air Temperature 22.0 35.6 39.2
Water Temperature 21.2 33.0 38.0
18. Growth of fish
Name of Duration/Parameters
Fish
Jan 10, 2008 May 07, 2008 Aug 29, 2008
Weight Length Weight Length Weight Length
(gm) (cm) (gm) (cm) (gm) (cm)
Silver 75.0 14.0 255 27.0 375 42.0
carp
Katla 45.0 5.5 62.4 17.5 400.0 30.0
Rohu 115.0 10.0 230 23.5 287.5 33.5
Mrigal 20.0 6.5 55.0 17.5 337.5 35.5
Common 13.5 11.5 195.5 23.5 375.0 45.0
Carp
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21. Cost benefit ratio of different cropping systems
Crops Area Yield q/ha Gross Cost of Net B:C
(m2) (kg) income cultivation return ratio
Rice 1183 594.2 50.2 32134 16700 15434 1.92
Wheat 1583 517.6 36.4 33160 14300 18860 2.31
Sorghum 500 830.5 166.0 13280 6500 6780 2.04
Onion 216 110.3 50.9 40736 21200 19536 1.92
Garlic 72.91 40.2 34.6 69200 22600 46600 3.06
Brinjal 44.75 34.5 75.9 37985 17400 20585 2.18
Mustard 700 60.7 8.8 15750 9600 6150 1.64
22. Cost benefit ratio of different cropping systems
Crop rotation Net return B:C ratio
Rice-Wheat 34294 2.10
Rice-Mustard 21584 1.82
Sorghum-Wheat 25640 2.23
Maize-Onion 19536* 1.92
Chilli-Garlic 46600 3.06
Fish 127775 3.58
*Maize crop was damaged by blue bulls
23. Total energy (MJ ha-1) input and output of different
cropping systems
Cropping Human Diesel N, P Seeds Irrigation Total Energy Ratio
system labour and K input output
Rice-wheat 182 5330 19868 2352 12387 40140 209363 5.21
Rice- 171 6751 19696 838 8784 36190 169786 4.96
Mustard
Sorghum- 133 5228 12334 1941 5358 24994 101525 4.06
wheat
Chilli-garlic 530 4089 19767 11522 5416 41324 53722 1.30