Managing Climate Risk in Water Supply Systems

Water resources systems provide multiple services and, if managed properly, can contribute significantly to social well-being and economic growth. However, extreme or unexpected hydroclimatic conditions, such as droughts and floods, can adversely affect or even completely interrupt these services....

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Other Authors: Brown, Casey (Editor), Ward, Neil (Editor)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: IWA Publishing 20130215
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