The document discusses international river basin management and cooperation between riparian states. It provides examples of two major international river basin commissions - the Danube River Basin Commission and Rhine River Basin Commission. The commissions were established through bilateral or multilateral agreements between states per Article 9 of the UNECE Water Convention. They work to facilitate cooperation on issues like water quality, quantity, and flood protection in transboundary basins.
Stephan - Legal Framework of Transboundary Water ManagementLaura Haddad
The document discusses the legal frameworks for managing transboundary water resources in the Western Asia-Northern Africa (WANA) region. It makes three main points:
1) International agreements provide guidance but many shared basins in the WANA region are still managed unilaterally without cooperation. Regional examples like Europe have more comprehensive frameworks.
2) The Arab Ministerial Water Council is working to develop a legal framework for shared waters in the Arab region.
3) National water management institutions and laws need strengthening to properly manage shared resources and enable international cooperation. Enforcing national capacities is key to improving governance of transboundary resources.
This document summarizes the interplay between three international institutions that address marine pollution in the North Sea and North-East Atlantic region: the International North Sea Conferences (INSC), the OSPAR Convention and its preceding conventions, and the European Union (EU). It argues that the interplay between these institutions has enhanced effectiveness in two ways. First, the "soft law" INSC declarations have sped up decision-making within OSPAR and the EU through leadership, changes in membership, and differences in institutional arrangements. Second, the "hard law" OSPAR Convention and the "supranational" EU have subsequently facilitated domestic implementation of INSC declarations through higher authority and enforcement competence.
The GEF IW Learning Portfolio of Projects: Combined Presentation at the IWC5Iwl Pcu
Combined presentation of the GEF International Waters Learning portfolio during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the host region project results and expectations session).
Including:
Legal and Institutional Frameworks project in Transboundary Waters Management
Presenter: Richard Paisley, University of British Columbia
Science-Based Understanding
Presenter: Dansie Andrew, United Nations University-INWEH
Nutrient Reduction Best Practices in Central/Eastern Europe
Presenter: Chuck Chaitovitz, Global Environment and Technology Foundation
Transboundary Waters Assessment Programme
Presenter: Elina Rautalahti, UN Environment Programme
ICPDR-CTI IW:LEARN Learning Exchange Program
Presenter: Phillip Weller, Executive Secretary, International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River
GEF IW:LEARN
Presenters: Sean Khan, UN Enironment Programme and Mish Hamid (CTI IW:LEARN)
Towards a Methodology for Assessment of Internationally Shared Aquifers (IWC5...Iwl Pcu
Neno Kukuric, IGRAC
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop for freshwater ecosystems, Global Changes and Water Resources Workshop).
Guinea Current LME Strategic Action Programme (IWC5 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Stephen Maxwell Donkor, Interim Guinea Current Commission and Christian Susan, UNIDO
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia during the project management workshop on TDA-SAP Development.
Outcomes of the institutional review of the Black Sea Commission: implementat...Iwl Pcu
Presentation given during the Final Seminar of the Black Sea Ecosystem Recovery Project, from 14-15 February 2008 in Istanbul.
Ahmet Kideys
Executive Director
Black Sea Commission
Adaptive Management in the Danube River Basin (Weller/Zavadsky) [IWC4 Present...Iwl Pcu
The document discusses adaptive management in the Danube River Basin. It notes that the basin covers 10% of Europe, includes 19 countries and 81 million inhabitants, and has historical differences and economic disparities. Key problems in the basin include nutrient pollution, loss of wetlands, and the need for transboundary cooperation. The challenges are strengthening institutions, addressing legal framework disparities, and evolving strategies over time. The approach takes an adaptive management strategy through close cooperation with the ICPDR and supporting non-EU countries equally. Innovations include technical solutions to support policy, pilot demonstrations, tools to reform tariffs and strategies, and assessing the Danube's impact on the Black Sea. Fulfilling political, operational, and communication requirements can
Sustainable livelihoods in Milne Bay: Eco-tourism versus logging (IWC5 Pres...Iwl Pcu
This document discusses sustainable livelihood strategies for communities in Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea, comparing eco-tourism and logging. It finds that an eco-tourism venture in one village provided greater annual cash benefits and income per capita than a logging operation. However, the analysis does not consider ecological costs and benefits, feedback effects on natural resources, or dynamics over time. While eco-tourism built social capital and linked economic activity to biodiversity protection more strongly, its benefits were marginalized as focus shifted elsewhere. The document calls for considering broader networks and system dynamics to fully evaluate different livelihood options.
Stephan - Legal Framework of Transboundary Water ManagementLaura Haddad
The document discusses the legal frameworks for managing transboundary water resources in the Western Asia-Northern Africa (WANA) region. It makes three main points:
1) International agreements provide guidance but many shared basins in the WANA region are still managed unilaterally without cooperation. Regional examples like Europe have more comprehensive frameworks.
2) The Arab Ministerial Water Council is working to develop a legal framework for shared waters in the Arab region.
3) National water management institutions and laws need strengthening to properly manage shared resources and enable international cooperation. Enforcing national capacities is key to improving governance of transboundary resources.
This document summarizes the interplay between three international institutions that address marine pollution in the North Sea and North-East Atlantic region: the International North Sea Conferences (INSC), the OSPAR Convention and its preceding conventions, and the European Union (EU). It argues that the interplay between these institutions has enhanced effectiveness in two ways. First, the "soft law" INSC declarations have sped up decision-making within OSPAR and the EU through leadership, changes in membership, and differences in institutional arrangements. Second, the "hard law" OSPAR Convention and the "supranational" EU have subsequently facilitated domestic implementation of INSC declarations through higher authority and enforcement competence.
The GEF IW Learning Portfolio of Projects: Combined Presentation at the IWC5Iwl Pcu
Combined presentation of the GEF International Waters Learning portfolio during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the host region project results and expectations session).
Including:
Legal and Institutional Frameworks project in Transboundary Waters Management
Presenter: Richard Paisley, University of British Columbia
Science-Based Understanding
Presenter: Dansie Andrew, United Nations University-INWEH
Nutrient Reduction Best Practices in Central/Eastern Europe
Presenter: Chuck Chaitovitz, Global Environment and Technology Foundation
Transboundary Waters Assessment Programme
Presenter: Elina Rautalahti, UN Environment Programme
ICPDR-CTI IW:LEARN Learning Exchange Program
Presenter: Phillip Weller, Executive Secretary, International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River
GEF IW:LEARN
Presenters: Sean Khan, UN Enironment Programme and Mish Hamid (CTI IW:LEARN)
Towards a Methodology for Assessment of Internationally Shared Aquifers (IWC5...Iwl Pcu
Neno Kukuric, IGRAC
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop for freshwater ecosystems, Global Changes and Water Resources Workshop).
Guinea Current LME Strategic Action Programme (IWC5 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Stephen Maxwell Donkor, Interim Guinea Current Commission and Christian Susan, UNIDO
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia during the project management workshop on TDA-SAP Development.
Outcomes of the institutional review of the Black Sea Commission: implementat...Iwl Pcu
Presentation given during the Final Seminar of the Black Sea Ecosystem Recovery Project, from 14-15 February 2008 in Istanbul.
Ahmet Kideys
Executive Director
Black Sea Commission
Adaptive Management in the Danube River Basin (Weller/Zavadsky) [IWC4 Present...Iwl Pcu
The document discusses adaptive management in the Danube River Basin. It notes that the basin covers 10% of Europe, includes 19 countries and 81 million inhabitants, and has historical differences and economic disparities. Key problems in the basin include nutrient pollution, loss of wetlands, and the need for transboundary cooperation. The challenges are strengthening institutions, addressing legal framework disparities, and evolving strategies over time. The approach takes an adaptive management strategy through close cooperation with the ICPDR and supporting non-EU countries equally. Innovations include technical solutions to support policy, pilot demonstrations, tools to reform tariffs and strategies, and assessing the Danube's impact on the Black Sea. Fulfilling political, operational, and communication requirements can
Sustainable livelihoods in Milne Bay: Eco-tourism versus logging (IWC5 Pres...Iwl Pcu
This document discusses sustainable livelihood strategies for communities in Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea, comparing eco-tourism and logging. It finds that an eco-tourism venture in one village provided greater annual cash benefits and income per capita than a logging operation. However, the analysis does not consider ecological costs and benefits, feedback effects on natural resources, or dynamics over time. While eco-tourism built social capital and linked economic activity to biodiversity protection more strongly, its benefits were marginalized as focus shifted elsewhere. The document calls for considering broader networks and system dynamics to fully evaluate different livelihood options.
Monitoring Coral Reef Marine Protected Areas (IWC5 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop marine ecosystems, Global Change and Marine Resources).
Clive Wilkinson
Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Marine Management and Governance (IWC5 ...Iwl Pcu
Christian Susan, UNIDO Water Management Unit
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop marine ecosystems, Global Change and Marine Resources).
The document discusses the Pacific Islands Oceanic Fisheries Management Project and Integrated Water Resources Management projects. It aims to support the sustainable development and management of international waters in Pacific island countries. The projects work on issues such as overfishing, pollution, and inadequate water management. They implement solutions like integrated coastal zone management, fisheries management, and demonstrations of best practices in watershed management, wastewater treatment, and sustainable groundwater use. The projects have made progress but still need to focus more on national implementation, awareness raising, and long-term capacity building.
INSTITUTIONAL MAPPING OF THE SAN JUAN RIVER BASINIwl Pcu
The document discusses the San Juan River Basin, which spans Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It outlines the institutional organization that was established to formulate a Strategic Action Program (SAP) for the basin. A steering committee oversees technical units in each country and consultative committees that include government agencies, NGOs, municipalities, and international organizations. The formulation of the SAP involves baseline studies, demonstration projects, public participation workshops, and thematic dialogues to develop programs and projects. The execution of the SAP will rely on both bottom-up multi-stakeholder alliances and top-down regional integration.
Progress towards Results: Overall Performance Study of the GEF (IWC5 Presenta...Iwl Pcu
Aaron Zazueta, GEF Evaluation Office
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia during the results-based management session.
Joint Monitoring and Assessment in transboundary basins: obligations and expe...Iwl Pcu
This document discusses joint monitoring and assessment of transboundary basins under the UNECE Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Helsinki Convention). It provides an overview of different levels of cooperation, including the international level with guidelines developed by the Convention, as well as national and transboundary basin levels. Specific examples of regulations and agreements between Hungary and neighboring countries like Romania and Slovakia are outlined. Lessons learned emphasize the importance of cooperation across institutions and translation of documents to facilitate joint monitoring and assessment of surface and groundwater resources in transboundary basins.
Key outputs: monitoring, legal documents, photo collections, pilot management plans, draft plans of actions, reports on state of wetlands. Presentation given during the Black Sea Ecosystem Recovery Project's Final Seminar in Istanbul, Turkey from 14-15 February 2008.
This is part of the report on the 15 Years of UNDP/GEF in the Black Sea Region presented on 14-15 February 2008 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Contents:
Exit Strategy;
Why Exit Strategy?;
Overview of BSERP outputs;
Recommendations on Outstanding Issues and Transfer of Goods.
Presented by Yegor Volovik
The Regional Environmental Center provided small grants totaling 150,000 EUR to support 55 projects run by NGOs in 6 Central and Eastern European countries along the Danube River. The grants aimed to enable NGOs to contribute to pollution reduction, raise environmental awareness, and strengthen cooperation. Projects addressed issues like nature protection, water quality research and monitoring, and policymaking. However, high demand showed a need for more funding to support regional cooperation and address wider environmental issues in the Danube countries.
Methods used to place values when markets are weak or missing: non-use values, contingent valuation, hedonic pricing, issues and limitations.
Morteza Rahmatian
The document summarizes cooperation on the Danube River basin across 19 countries and over 800,000 square kilometers. It discusses the establishment of organizations like the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River to coordinate management, implementation of the EU Water Framework Directive, and progress toward goals of reducing water pollution and improving habitat. Key challenges include upgrading wastewater infrastructure, reducing nutrient loads from agricultural and industrial sources, and addressing hydrological alterations from dams and flood control.
The document summarizes the key components and requirements for developing a River Basin Management Plan (RBMP) according to the European Union's Water Framework Directive. It outlines 17 sections that must be included in an RBMP, such as characterizing the river basin, identifying pressures and impacts, setting environmental objectives, implementing measures, and monitoring programs. The document provides guidance on the mapping, data, and analysis required for each section to comprehensively manage water resources at the river basin scale.
Overview of Water Governance in Austria, Federal Ministry of Agriculture, For...OECDregions
Water governance in Austria is characterized by clearly allocated competences between the federal and state (Länder) levels. The federal level is mainly responsible for legislation and financial incentives, while the Länder handle most executive tasks. This structure presents challenges as political borders do not align with river basins. Austria implements river basin management without river basin authorities, using existing administrative structures. Close cooperation occurs in international river basin commissions for the Danube, Rhine, and Elbe rivers. Water investments are supported through federal financial assistance totaling over 46 billion euros since 1959. Stakeholder involvement and transparency are priorities in water governance.
International Cooperation in Water Management and Pollution Control in the Da...Iwl Pcu
The document discusses international cooperation in water management and pollution control in the Danube River Basin. It summarizes the objectives of the Danube River Protection Convention, which includes ensuring sustainable water management, pollution control, flood control, and reducing pollution loads to the Black Sea. The key organizations established to implement the convention are the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River and its expert groups that coordinate monitoring, emission controls, and accident prevention. Projects under the Joint Action Programme and with UNDP/GEF aim to reduce nutrient loads and strengthen transboundary cooperation in the basin.
International Cooperation in Water Management and Pollution Control in the Da...Iwl Pcu
The Danube River Basin,a cultural and historical centre of Europe. The Danube River Protection Convention is a legal frame for co-operation to assure the protection of water and ecological resources and their sustainable use in the Danube River Basin.
Reducing impacts of the Danube River Basin on the Black Sea (IWC5 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Peter Whalley, ICPDR (UNDP-GEF Tisza River Basin)
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop marine ecosystems, Global Change and Marine Resources).
Legal framework for transboundary water management Raya StephanWANA forum
This document discusses frameworks for managing transboundary water resources between countries in the Western Asia-Northern Africa (WANA) region. It outlines two key international instruments that provide legal guidelines for shared water management: the UN Watercourses Convention and the Resolution on Transboundary Aquifers. These instruments establish principles of equitable and reasonable use without causing harm. The document also gives examples of regional agreements in Europe and Southern Africa that are based on these international standards. Finally, it stresses the importance of national governments strengthening their own water governance capacities as the foundation for cooperative management of cross-border water resources.
Adopting and implementing of new policies, institutional and regulatory measures for nutrient reduction,
Implementing investment projects for water pollution reduction,
Capacity building for water pollution management including monitoring systems,
Adopting of legal mechanisms at national and regional level (Conventions) to control nutrient releases to the Black Sea,
Reinforcing international cooperation for nutrient reduction measures,
Implementing pilot project for nutrient reduction with active involvement of stakeholders.
The Rhine river basin is cooperatively managed by nine countries through the International Commission for the Protection of the Rhine (ICPR). Major events like chemical accidents and floods prompted cooperation programs to improve water quality, reduce pollution, and manage flooding. Through over $80 billion invested since 1975 and legal frameworks like the EU Water Framework Directive, phosphorus and nitrogen levels have significantly decreased while fish and plant diversity have increased. However, challenges from climate change, micropollutants, and ensuring fish migration remain. The success of cooperative management is explained by the institutional framework, public pressure, building trust between states, common goals and symbols, open communication, and patience over decades.
Monitoring Coral Reef Marine Protected Areas (IWC5 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop marine ecosystems, Global Change and Marine Resources).
Clive Wilkinson
Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Marine Management and Governance (IWC5 ...Iwl Pcu
Christian Susan, UNIDO Water Management Unit
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop marine ecosystems, Global Change and Marine Resources).
The document discusses the Pacific Islands Oceanic Fisheries Management Project and Integrated Water Resources Management projects. It aims to support the sustainable development and management of international waters in Pacific island countries. The projects work on issues such as overfishing, pollution, and inadequate water management. They implement solutions like integrated coastal zone management, fisheries management, and demonstrations of best practices in watershed management, wastewater treatment, and sustainable groundwater use. The projects have made progress but still need to focus more on national implementation, awareness raising, and long-term capacity building.
INSTITUTIONAL MAPPING OF THE SAN JUAN RIVER BASINIwl Pcu
The document discusses the San Juan River Basin, which spans Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It outlines the institutional organization that was established to formulate a Strategic Action Program (SAP) for the basin. A steering committee oversees technical units in each country and consultative committees that include government agencies, NGOs, municipalities, and international organizations. The formulation of the SAP involves baseline studies, demonstration projects, public participation workshops, and thematic dialogues to develop programs and projects. The execution of the SAP will rely on both bottom-up multi-stakeholder alliances and top-down regional integration.
Progress towards Results: Overall Performance Study of the GEF (IWC5 Presenta...Iwl Pcu
Aaron Zazueta, GEF Evaluation Office
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia during the results-based management session.
Joint Monitoring and Assessment in transboundary basins: obligations and expe...Iwl Pcu
This document discusses joint monitoring and assessment of transboundary basins under the UNECE Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Helsinki Convention). It provides an overview of different levels of cooperation, including the international level with guidelines developed by the Convention, as well as national and transboundary basin levels. Specific examples of regulations and agreements between Hungary and neighboring countries like Romania and Slovakia are outlined. Lessons learned emphasize the importance of cooperation across institutions and translation of documents to facilitate joint monitoring and assessment of surface and groundwater resources in transboundary basins.
Key outputs: monitoring, legal documents, photo collections, pilot management plans, draft plans of actions, reports on state of wetlands. Presentation given during the Black Sea Ecosystem Recovery Project's Final Seminar in Istanbul, Turkey from 14-15 February 2008.
This is part of the report on the 15 Years of UNDP/GEF in the Black Sea Region presented on 14-15 February 2008 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Contents:
Exit Strategy;
Why Exit Strategy?;
Overview of BSERP outputs;
Recommendations on Outstanding Issues and Transfer of Goods.
Presented by Yegor Volovik
The Regional Environmental Center provided small grants totaling 150,000 EUR to support 55 projects run by NGOs in 6 Central and Eastern European countries along the Danube River. The grants aimed to enable NGOs to contribute to pollution reduction, raise environmental awareness, and strengthen cooperation. Projects addressed issues like nature protection, water quality research and monitoring, and policymaking. However, high demand showed a need for more funding to support regional cooperation and address wider environmental issues in the Danube countries.
Methods used to place values when markets are weak or missing: non-use values, contingent valuation, hedonic pricing, issues and limitations.
Morteza Rahmatian
The document summarizes cooperation on the Danube River basin across 19 countries and over 800,000 square kilometers. It discusses the establishment of organizations like the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River to coordinate management, implementation of the EU Water Framework Directive, and progress toward goals of reducing water pollution and improving habitat. Key challenges include upgrading wastewater infrastructure, reducing nutrient loads from agricultural and industrial sources, and addressing hydrological alterations from dams and flood control.
The document summarizes the key components and requirements for developing a River Basin Management Plan (RBMP) according to the European Union's Water Framework Directive. It outlines 17 sections that must be included in an RBMP, such as characterizing the river basin, identifying pressures and impacts, setting environmental objectives, implementing measures, and monitoring programs. The document provides guidance on the mapping, data, and analysis required for each section to comprehensively manage water resources at the river basin scale.
Overview of Water Governance in Austria, Federal Ministry of Agriculture, For...OECDregions
Water governance in Austria is characterized by clearly allocated competences between the federal and state (Länder) levels. The federal level is mainly responsible for legislation and financial incentives, while the Länder handle most executive tasks. This structure presents challenges as political borders do not align with river basins. Austria implements river basin management without river basin authorities, using existing administrative structures. Close cooperation occurs in international river basin commissions for the Danube, Rhine, and Elbe rivers. Water investments are supported through federal financial assistance totaling over 46 billion euros since 1959. Stakeholder involvement and transparency are priorities in water governance.
International Cooperation in Water Management and Pollution Control in the Da...Iwl Pcu
The document discusses international cooperation in water management and pollution control in the Danube River Basin. It summarizes the objectives of the Danube River Protection Convention, which includes ensuring sustainable water management, pollution control, flood control, and reducing pollution loads to the Black Sea. The key organizations established to implement the convention are the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River and its expert groups that coordinate monitoring, emission controls, and accident prevention. Projects under the Joint Action Programme and with UNDP/GEF aim to reduce nutrient loads and strengthen transboundary cooperation in the basin.
International Cooperation in Water Management and Pollution Control in the Da...Iwl Pcu
The Danube River Basin,a cultural and historical centre of Europe. The Danube River Protection Convention is a legal frame for co-operation to assure the protection of water and ecological resources and their sustainable use in the Danube River Basin.
Reducing impacts of the Danube River Basin on the Black Sea (IWC5 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Peter Whalley, ICPDR (UNDP-GEF Tisza River Basin)
Presentation given during the 5th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference in Cairns, Australia (during the pre-conference workshop marine ecosystems, Global Change and Marine Resources).
Legal framework for transboundary water management Raya StephanWANA forum
This document discusses frameworks for managing transboundary water resources between countries in the Western Asia-Northern Africa (WANA) region. It outlines two key international instruments that provide legal guidelines for shared water management: the UN Watercourses Convention and the Resolution on Transboundary Aquifers. These instruments establish principles of equitable and reasonable use without causing harm. The document also gives examples of regional agreements in Europe and Southern Africa that are based on these international standards. Finally, it stresses the importance of national governments strengthening their own water governance capacities as the foundation for cooperative management of cross-border water resources.
Adopting and implementing of new policies, institutional and regulatory measures for nutrient reduction,
Implementing investment projects for water pollution reduction,
Capacity building for water pollution management including monitoring systems,
Adopting of legal mechanisms at national and regional level (Conventions) to control nutrient releases to the Black Sea,
Reinforcing international cooperation for nutrient reduction measures,
Implementing pilot project for nutrient reduction with active involvement of stakeholders.
The Rhine river basin is cooperatively managed by nine countries through the International Commission for the Protection of the Rhine (ICPR). Major events like chemical accidents and floods prompted cooperation programs to improve water quality, reduce pollution, and manage flooding. Through over $80 billion invested since 1975 and legal frameworks like the EU Water Framework Directive, phosphorus and nitrogen levels have significantly decreased while fish and plant diversity have increased. However, challenges from climate change, micropollutants, and ensuring fish migration remain. The success of cooperative management is explained by the institutional framework, public pressure, building trust between states, common goals and symbols, open communication, and patience over decades.
MAB-IHP Regional Symposium: Managing Water Resources in Biosphere Reserves in...UNESCO Venice Office
Arduen Karagjozi, Iljon Thanas, Lake Ohrid integrated water resources management and biodiversity, Albania
Venice, 16-17 December 2021
Overall responsibility for the views and opinions expressed in the slides is taken by the authors
The challenges of overcoming boundaries in managing the Danube River Basin.
The Danube River Basin covers 800,000 km2 across 19 countries, making international cooperation critical. The Danube River Protection Convention established the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River to coordinate management. Two key plans were developed to address water quality, flooding, and sustainable development. Monitoring data showed progress reducing pollution and restoring habitats, though continued efforts are needed. Success relies on cooperation across levels of government and engagement with stakeholders.
UNECE Session: Raimund Mair, ICPDR, 15th January UN Water Zaragoza Conferencewater-decade
Intersectoral cooperation is important for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs) at the basin level. Almost two-thirds of the global landmass is covered by international river basins, making transboundary cooperation critical. The Danube River Basin covers 14 countries and is an example of successful intersectoral cooperation through its International Commission. Stakeholder involvement and integrated management plans have helped balance sectors like agriculture, flood management, hydropower and navigation. This approach has led to accelerated implementation of policies and created benefits for involved sectors while achieving compliance with environmental legislation.
Cascao Hydropolitics Twm Mena 2008 (3 November)Ana Cascao
The document discusses international water law and cooperation in transboundary water basins in the Middle East and North Africa region. It provides an overview of the main legal frameworks for international water law. It analyzes the status of ratification of the UN Watercourses Convention in MENA countries. It also examines examples of agreements for shared basins and challenges in operationalizing equitable utilization. Further, it discusses the nexus between water, law, and politics in negotiations, and reviews main cooperative attempts in MENA basins, highlighting the political nature of transboundary water cooperation.
The document discusses the UN Watercourses Convention and its importance. The Convention aims to ensure sustainable utilization of international watercourses for present and future generations. It establishes a framework for cooperation on transboundary water resources at multiple levels from local to global. While the Convention has not entered into force yet due to lack of ratification, it still functions to inspire and support existing water agreements, provide guidance for interstate relations in the absence of agreements, and help develop global treaty law on water issues. Over time, more of the Convention's provisions may become established as customary law even for non-parties.
The document summarizes information about management of the Dnieper River Basin in Belarus, including that it follows the principles of the European Water Framework Directive, has a river basin management plan to coordinate water resource management through stakeholder participation, and aims to achieve good water quality and sustainable water use by 2024 through implementing measures outlined in the management plan.
The document outlines the Drin Dialogue consultation process aimed at enhancing cooperation and sustainable management of the extended Drin River Basin. It describes a series of meetings and initiatives since 2006 to bring together stakeholders from riparian countries to develop a strategic shared vision for managing the basin. The process is coordinated by the Drin Core Group and aims to identify key water management challenges and recommendations through national consultation meetings and stakeholder involvement.
Similar to Translating the UNECE Water Convention into Practise: Concluding Agreements and Establishing Joint Bodies (20)
Pecha Kucha format presentation about innovative tools being developed by the GEF-UNEP Flood and Drought Management Tools project, by Raul Glotzbach in the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference.
Pecha Kucha format presentation about innovative solutions being deployed by the Caribbean Wastewater Project (Revolving Fund) GEF-IADB/UNEP, by Alfredo Coelloin the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference.
Large Marine Ecosystems: Megaregional Best Practices for LME Assessment and M...Iwl Pcu
This document provides an overview of large marine ecosystems (LMEs) and efforts to implement ecosystem-based management (EBM) of LMEs. It notes that LMEs produce 80% of global fisheries catches and contribute $12.6 trillion annually to the global economy. The document outlines the five module assessment approach used for LMEs, including productivity, fish/fisheries, pollution, socioeconomics, and governance. It discusses how the Global Environment Facility has provided $6.01 billion since 1994 to support EBM planning and implementation projects in 22 LMEs. The LME approach is now the cornerstone of the GEF's ocean management strategy.
Slides used during the science to communication workshop in the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference, to explain how to understand and communicate with an audience better when presenting.
Presentation by Chris O'Brien, of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (Bay of Bengal LME project) during the science to communication workshop in the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference. The presentations focuses on how to create effective powerpoint slides.
How to communicate science effectively (IWC8 Presentation)Iwl Pcu
Presentation by Professor Sevvandi Jajakody, of the Wayamba University(Bay of Bengal LME project) during the science to communication workshop in the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference.
Presentation by Chris O'Brien, of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (Bay of Bengal LME project) during the science to communication workshop in the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference.
Presentation by Peter Whalley, International Nitrogen Management System GEF- UNEP project providing an introduction to the nitrogen roundtable at the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters conference
Presentation by Hugh Walton of the GEF-UNDP Pacific Fisheries project 4746 at the 8th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference.
GEF Pillar 1.2 Promoting Transformational Change in Major Global Industries
Hugh Walton – Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency
PRESENTATION OVERVIEW
Background - The FFA region
GEF OFMP – 2001 – 2004 & 2005 – 2011
Evaluation in the context of transformational change
OFMP 2 – 2015 – 2019 – Setting the stage for institutional change
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 1Iwl Pcu
This document discusses the development of a Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA). It outlines the steps to develop the TDA, including defining system boundaries, collecting and analyzing data, identifying and prioritizing transboundary problems, determining the impacts of priority problems, analyzing causes of problems, and developing thematic reports. It also discusses that the TDA provides factual basis for the strategic planning component and should involve engagement with stakeholders throughout the process. Finally, it notes that the TDA development team should be representative of participating countries and stakeholders.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 10Iwl Pcu
This document provides information about governance analysis as part of the TDA/SAP process. It defines governance as the process of decision-making and implementation. Governance analysis examines the key aspects of political, economic, and civil society processes. It focuses on the dynamics of these relationships. There is no agreed approach, and the type of analysis will depend on the cultural, political, and social structures of the countries involved. The governance analysis should consider the decision-making, institutional, policy, and civil society arrangements that influence economic and political decisions affecting the issues being analyzed. The document provides advice to go beyond formal structures and understand informal dynamics and relationships.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 10Iwl Pcu
This document provides information about governance analysis as part of the TDA/SAP process. It defines governance as the process of decision-making and implementation. Governance analysis examines the key aspects of political, economic, and civil society processes. It focuses on the dynamics of these relationships. There is no agreed approach, and the type of analysis will depend on the cultural, political, and social structures of the countries involved. The governance analysis should consider decision-making processes, institutional structures, policy frameworks, economic arrangements, and civil society arrangements. Advice is given to use existing assessments, go beyond formal structures, attend coordination meetings, and interview long-time staff to understand informal dynamics.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 9Iwl Pcu
This document provides guidance on drafting a Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA). It discusses integrating various parts of the TDA, such as thematic reports, studies, and stakeholder analyses. It recommends that a TDA should be concise and easy to understand, with an executive summary, main text, supporting data/figures, maps, a content list, and acknowledgements. Technical reports can be annexed. The TDA size typically ranges from 80-150 pages. Preliminary recommendations for the Strategic Action Program can be included. The TDA should be reviewed by stakeholders and adopted by the steering committee, though government acceptance is also often required.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 5Iwl Pcu
1) This training module covers developing the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA), which involves determining the environmental and socio-economic impacts of priority transboundary problems.
2) Environmental impacts are effects on ecosystem integrity, while socio-economic impacts are changes in human welfare from environmental problems.
3) A two-step process is used to determine impacts: 1) Identifying impacts of each problem through a workshop, and 2) Qualitatively or quantitatively describing key impacts through available data and information.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 5Iwl Pcu
1) This training module covers developing the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA), which involves determining the environmental and socio-economic impacts of priority transboundary problems.
2) Environmental impacts are effects on ecosystem integrity, while socio-economic impacts are changes in human welfare from environmental impacts or problems.
3) A process for determining impacts involves identifying them for each problem, and qualitatively or quantitatively describing key impacts.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 5Iwl Pcu
1) This training module covers developing the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA), which involves determining the environmental and socio-economic impacts of priority transboundary problems.
2) Environmental impacts are effects on ecosystem integrity, while socio-economic impacts are changes in human welfare from environmental impacts or problems.
3) A two-step process is outlined for determining impacts: 1) Identifying impacts of each problem through a workshop, and 2) Qualitatively or quantitatively describing key impacts through available data and information.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 7Iwl Pcu
This document provides guidance on developing thematic reports for a Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA). Thematic reports are the main source of supporting information for the TDA and are drafted by national experts. The document outlines a two-step process for developing the reports: 1) key areas and national experts are identified based on prioritized transboundary problems, and 2) reports are drafted and reviewed by the TDA development team. Examples of thematic reports from previous TDAs are provided. Advice is given to allow sufficient time for reports, ensure appropriate expertise, and develop clear terms of reference.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 5Iwl Pcu
1) This training module covers developing the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA), which involves determining the environmental and socio-economic impacts of priority transboundary problems.
2) Environmental impacts are effects on ecosystem integrity, while socio-economic impacts are changes in human welfare from environmental problems.
3) A two-step process is outlined for determining impacts: 1) Identifying impacts of each problem through a workshop, and 2) Qualitatively or quantitatively describing key impacts through available data and information.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 6Iwl Pcu
This document provides an overview of causal chain analysis (CCA) as part of the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA) process. It defines CCA as examining the linear cause and effect relationships between the causes of a problem and its impacts. The key components of a causal chain are described as the immediate, underlying, and root causes. A stepwise process for developing causal chains is outlined, including identifying the chain components and further developing the chains with data. Examples of completed causal chains for different regions are also presented.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 5Iwl Pcu
1) This training module covers developing the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA), which involves determining the environmental and socio-economic impacts of priority transboundary problems.
2) Environmental impacts are effects on ecosystem integrity, while socio-economic impacts are changes in human welfare from environmental problems.
3) A two-step process is outlined for determining impacts: 1) Identifying impacts of each problem through a workshop, and 2) Qualitatively or quantitatively describing key impacts through available data and information.
TDA/SAP Methodology Training Course Module 2 Section 5
Translating the UNECE Water Convention into Practise: Concluding Agreements and Establishing Joint Bodies
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Werner Wahliss
Translating the UNECE Water Convention
into Practise:
Concluding Agreements and
Establishing Joint Bodies
2nd
African Regional Targeted Workshop
For GEF IW Projects & Partners
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 12 – 14 Nov 2012
2. 2
Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Article 9 of the UNECE Water Convention:
The riparian parties shall enter into bilateral or multilateral agreements
or other arrangements … for the establishment of joint bodies.
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Two International River Basin Commissions
Danube River Basin
The most international
in the world
18 countries
81 million inhabitants
801.463 km2
area
10 % of EU area
2.780 km river length
Danube River Basin
The most international
in the world
18 countries
81 million inhabitants
801.463 km2
area
10 % of EU area
2.780 km river length
Rhine River Basin
9 countries sharing
58 million inhabitants
200.000 km2
area
825 km navigable
Drinking water resource
for 30 million people
Rhine River Basin
9 countries sharing
58 million inhabitants
200.000 km2
area
825 km navigable
Drinking water resource
for 30 million people
European
river basins
Red: international
Green: national
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
International Commission for the
protection of the Rhine
Foundation 1950
6 ICPR - Parties:
- Germany
- France
- Luxemburg
- Netherlands
- Switzerland (non EU)
- European Union
Since 2001 co-operation under the
EU Water Framework Directive with:
- Austria
- Belgium (Wallonia)
- Fürstentum Liechtenstein (non EU)
ICPR
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Folie: 5
ICPR – Organisation
Ministerial Conferences
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Legal Basis, Competences and Capacities
International River Basin Commission = Agency
•Legal basis: a treaty, an agreement
•Budget given by agreement of parties
•Tasks: Working programme given by agreement of the parties
National Administrations = Authorities
•Legal basis: national act of law
•Budget given by parliament
•Tasks: implementation and enforcement of water law
Competences Capacities
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Main Working Topics of the ICPR
1 Water quality
Cleaning communal and industrial sewage (historical No. 1 topic)
Prevention of accidental industrial pollution
Diffuse pollution of waters by nutrients and pesticides from agriculture
Water temperature regime (use of cooling water for power plants)
Quality of river water used as raw water for processing drinking water.
River basin management plan according to the EU WFD
2 Water quantity
Flood protection
Possible future change of flow regime due to climate change.
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
ICPR – Working Programme:
Reintroduction of the Salmon in the River Rhine Basin
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Lake Constance International Commission:
Reducing Eutrophication by Phosphorus
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Joint body – an `umbrella term´ – means any bilateral or multilateral
commission or other appropriate institutional arrangements for
cooperation
Obligation (not recommendation) to establish joint bodies
Joint bodies have a key role of as main vehicle of cooperation
Joint bodies have key tasks
(exchange of data and information, joint monitoring, mutual assistance,
early warning systems, etc.) but Parties may
entrust additional tasks
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Provisions for the members of the Convention:
An institutional mechanism with Meeting of the Parties, permanent
secretariat, working groups and activities on the ground
Exchange of experience between joint bodies and promotion of good
practice at various meetings under the Convention
Best practices and experience are summarized in the Convention’s
publications (e. g. “River basin commissions…” ).
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Folie: 13
National sub-basin organisation:
German Association for the Rhine (FGG Rhein)
German Federal Ministries of
• Environment (BMU)
• Navigation (BMVBS)
State Ministries of Environment
of eight German States:
• Baden-Württemberg
• Bayern
• Hessen
• Niedersachsen
• Nordrhein-Westfalen
• Rheinland-Pfalz
• Saarland
• Thüringen
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Danube River Basin
Danube River Basin
The most international
river basin in the world
18 countries – 13 riparian
81 million inhabitants
10 % of EU area
801.463 km2
River Basin
2.780 km river length
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
River Basin
Management
Expert
Group
EG:Monitoring
Assessment
EG: Pressures
Measures
EG: Flood
Sava
Sub-
Basin
GIS
Standing Working Group
Danube
Delta
Tisza
Sub-
Basin
Prut
Sub-
Basin
Further
Sub-
Basins
PP
Intern. Com. for the Protection of the Danube River
ICPDR
SEG
1989: Danube River Protection Convention
Ministerial Meetings
Secretariat
MemberStates+EU-Commission
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Bilateral Commissions for Water Management
Austria - Germany:
Permanent Commission on Water
According to the Regensburg-Treaty with Austria on cooperation in water
management in the Danube River Basin
Legal Basis: Treaty GE – AT 1987.
Czech Republic - Germany:
German-Czech Commission on transboundary waters with two
permanent expert boards and a secretariat
Legal Basis: Treaty GE – CZ 1995.
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Thermal Artesian Water:
An aquifer shared by Germany and Austria
Water Abstraction in Mio m³/a
Thermal water heating
Bathing water in spas
Obernberg
0,3
2,0
0,9
3,2
1,91,00,2
0,4
0,1
0,2
0,1
0,6
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Decision-making and Conflict Resolution
Voting procedure:
Each party has one vote
Unanimous decisions (ICPDR: Quorum at ¾ of parties attendant and
decision with 4/5 majority of the attendees)
abstention is possible and not conflicting unanimity
Absence means abstention
Resolution of conflicts about the interpretation of the Agreement:
Negotiations in order to settle the dispute (e.g. ICPDR: 12 month)
By application of one party: Convention of an arbitration court with
three members(one of each party and an umpire assigned by both
parties); decision by majority.
Decision making according to law of nations and the text of the
convention.
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
What makes international river management a success?
Multilayer - concept of institutional and legislative arrangements
addressing water management on as many levels as possible:
UNECE Water Convention
Supranational water law (e. g. EU water directives)
International multilateral river basin commissions
International bilateral river basin commissions and treaties
National water law
National river basin associations (interregional)
National water authorities
Regional / communal water authorities.
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Some Conclusions
Management of shared water resources:
Basis: A political decision or legal obligation for international co-operation
Legal arrangements: Treaties, agreements, conventions
Formation of institutions: River basin organizations, bi-lateral commissions
Technical capacities: Monitoring, planning, principles & standards, measures
Controlling and enforcement mechanisms: Monitoring, authorities, legislation.
Management principles of subsidiary:
Address problems at the lowest possible institutional and regional level
Make decisions as close as possible to the locations and people affected
Take measures adjusted to regional and local conditions.
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Folie: 21
International Commission for the Protection of the
Rhine ICPR
International Commission for the Protection of the
Lake Constance (Bodensee) IGKB
International Commissions for the Protection of the
Rivers Mosel and Saar IKSMS
(international tributaries of the river Rhine)
Central Commission for the Navigation of the Rhine
ZKR
3 International Organisations in the Rhine Basin
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Bavarian State Ministry of the
Environment and Public Health
Basin shared by 9 countries:
Germany, Switzerland, France,
Netherlands, Italy, Austria,
Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Belgium
- 3rd biggest European river
- catchment 200.000 km²
- main stream 1320 km
- navigable length 825 km
- 58 million inhabitants
- drinking water supply for 30 million
River Rhine
Существующие – не должны противоречить.
Ссылка на «основные принципы» - не нужно включать все из Конвенции в существующие соглашения для приведения их в соответствие.
Как вносить – доп.протоколы, меморандумы, новое. Если существующее не противоречит, будучи менее детальным чем Конвенция – то выполнять, принимая во внимание положения Конвенции
1й шаг – изучение существ.соглашений
Инвентаризация
1995 – 150
2011 – 165
30% не были подтверждены. Новые
Не только в активности новых независимыз государств быв. СССР и Югосл., но и в пересмотре и закл. новых
Umsetzung der WERRL und HWRM-RL
In der Rhein-Ministerkonferenz, am 29. Januar 2001, wurde das Koordinierungskomitee Rhein (CC) von den Regierungen der Staaten:
Deutschland,
Frankreich,
Liechtenstein,
Luxemburg,
Niederlande,
Österreich,
Belgien (Wallonien)
eingesetzt. Die Schweiz unterstützt dieses Vorgehen im Rahmen ihrer Gesetzgebung. Italien hat sich diesem Vorgehen angeschlossen. Aufgabe des Koordinierungskomitees Rhein ist die Koordination der Umsetzung der europäischen Wasserrahmenrichtlinie (WRRL, 2000/60/EG) im Rheineinzugsgebiet.
Die Flussgebietseinheit (FGE) Rhein wurde hierzu entsprechend den naturräumlichen Gegebenheiten in folgende Bearbeitungsgebiete (BAG) unterteilt: Alpenrhein / Bodensee, Hochrhein, Oberrhein, Neckar, Main, Mittelrhein, Mosel und Saar, Niederrhein, Deltarhein.
Das Bayerische Staatsministerium für Umwelt, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz steht als Oberste Wasserbehörde an der Spitze der WWV in Bayern. Die sieben Bezirksregierungen bündeln und koordinieren als Mittelbehörden fachliche Aufgaben und stellen die höheren Wasserrechtsbehörden. Das Landesamt für Umwelt fungiert als fachliche Landesoberbehörde. Die Unteren Wasserrechtsbehörden sind bei den Landkreisen und kreisfreien Städten angesiedelt. Regional zuständige Fachbehörden sind die Wasserwirtschaftsämter. Die WWV ist demnach dreistufig aufgebaut.
Die Wasserwirtschaftsverwaltung setzt sich in Bayern zusammen aus (BayLfU 2007, S. 38):
␣ der Abteilung Wasserwirtschaft des Bayerischen Staatsministeriums für Umwelt, Gesundheit und Verbraucherschutz,
␣ den Fachabteilungen des Bayerischen Landesamtes für Umwelt,
␣ den Sachgebieten Wasserwirtschaft der sieben Bezirksregierungen,
␣ den Wasserrechtsbehörden und fachkundigen Stellen der 71 Landratsämter und 25 kreisfreien Städte,
␣ den 17 Wasserwirtschaftsämtern,
␣ den Privaten Sachverständigen in der Wasserwirtschaft.
Innerhalb des Landesamtes befassen sich nun insbesondere die
␣ Abteilung 6 Wasserbau, Hochwasserschutz, Gewässerschutz,
␣ Abteilung 7 Zentrale Analytik, Stoffbewertung,
␣ Abteilung 8 Klimawandel, Wasserrahmenrichtlinie, Gewässerkundlicher Dienst und
␣ Abteilung 9 Grundwasserschutz, Wasserversorgung, Altlasten
mit wasserwirtschaftlichen Fragen.
Существующие – не должны противоречить.
Ссылка на «основные принципы» - не нужно включать все из Конвенции в существующие соглашения для приведения их в соответствие.
Как вносить – доп.протоколы, меморандумы, новое. Если существующее не противоречит, будучи менее детальным чем Конвенция – то выполнять, принимая во внимание положения Конвенции
1й шаг – изучение существ.соглашений
Инвентаризация
1995 – 150
2011 – 165
30% не были подтверждены. Новые
Не только в активности новых независимыз государств быв. СССР и Югосл., но и в пересмотре и закл. новых
The convention is not a mere „paper tiger“
Die teilweise Öffnung der Haringvlietschleusen sollte gewährleisten, dass mehr Wanderfische als bisher aus der Nordsee in den Rhein und seine Nebenflüsse aufsteigen können. Dieses Projekt ist der Dollpunkt für die internationalen Anstrengungen, die Durchgängigkeit des Rheins und seiner Nebengewässer für den Lachs und andere Wanderfische zu verbessern.
Am 1. Oktober 1987 verabschiedeten die Rheinminister das „Aktionsprogramm Rhein“ mit dem Ziel der Wiederansiedlung des atlantischen Lachses als Galionsfigur für ein weitgehend intaktes Ökosystem Rhein. Die Rheinministerkonferenz vom18. Oktober 2007 hat ihren Willen bekräftigt, die biologische Durchgängigkeit im Rheinhauptstrom bis Basel und in den übrigen Lachsprogrammgewässern schrittweise wiederherzustellen und sich dafür einzusetzen, dass die erforderlichen Finanzmittel bereitgestellt werden. Bei dieser Rheinministerkonferenz hatten die Niederlande zugesagt, die Haringvlietschleusen teilweise zu öffnen. Im Gegenzug verpflichteten sich die Oberliegerstaaten Schweiz, Frankreich und Deutschland zu zahlreichen weiteren Maßnahmen. Der Bund und die Länder haben hierzu langfristig Investitionen in Höhe von über 400 Millionen Euro eingeplant.
Die Verbesserung der biologischen Durchgängigkeit des Rheins und seiner Nebengewässer ist zugleich eines der Leuchtturmprojekte zur Umsetzung der Europäischen Wasserrahmenrichtlinie. Hierzu wurde in der internationalen Kommission zum Schutz des Rheins (IKSR) ein „Masterplan Wanderfische Rhein“ aufgestellt, der ebenfalls die Zusage der Niederlande zur Öffnung der Haringvlietschleusen enthält.
Problem of Administrative andd political structures (cunties) versus hydrological natural structurs
Prpoblems of spatial fit and interplay of institutions
Info exchange
Mandate & report
Service support
Co-ordination & guidance
Die teilweise Öffnung der Haringvlietschleusen sollte gewährleisten, dass mehr Wanderfische als bisher aus der Nordsee in den Rhein und seine Nebenflüsse aufsteigen können. Dieses Projekt ist der Dollpunkt für die internationalen Anstrengungen, die Durchgängigkeit des Rheins und seiner Nebengewässer für den Lachs und andere Wanderfische zu verbessern.
Am 1. Oktober 1987 verabschiedeten die Rheinminister das „Aktionsprogramm Rhein“ mit dem Ziel der Wiederansiedlung des atlantischen Lachses als Galionsfigur für ein weitgehend intaktes Ökosystem Rhein. Die Rheinministerkonferenz vom18. Oktober 2007 hat ihren Willen bekräftigt, die biologische Durchgängigkeit im Rheinhauptstrom bis Basel und in den übrigen Lachsprogrammgewässern schrittweise wiederherzustellen und sich dafür einzusetzen, dass die erforderlichen Finanzmittel bereitgestellt werden. Bei dieser Rheinministerkonferenz hatten die Niederlande zugesagt, die Haringvlietschleusen teilweise zu öffnen. Im Gegenzug verpflichteten sich die Oberliegerstaaten Schweiz, Frankreich und Deutschland zu zahlreichen weiteren Maßnahmen. Der Bund und die Länder haben hierzu langfristig Investitionen in Höhe von über 400 Millionen Euro eingeplant.
Die Verbesserung der biologischen Durchgängigkeit des Rheins und seiner Nebengewässer ist zugleich eines der Leuchtturmprojekte zur Umsetzung der Europäischen Wasserrahmenrichtlinie. Hierzu wurde in der internationalen Kommission zum Schutz des Rheins (IKSR) ein „Masterplan Wanderfische Rhein“ aufgestellt, der ebenfalls die Zusage der Niederlande zur Öffnung der Haringvlietschleusen enthält.
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