Water resources systems planning and management : an introduction to methods, models and applications / Daniel P. Loucks and Eelco van Beek with contributions from Jery R. Stedinger, Jozef P.M. Dijkman, Monique T. Villars.
Publisher:
UNESCO,
Copyright Date:
2005
Description:
xx, 680 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 27 cm. + 1 CD-ROM.
Water resources planning and management : an overview -- Water resource systems modelling : its role in planning and management -- Modelling methods for evaluating alternatives -- Optimization methods -- Fuzzy optimization -- Data-based models -- Concepts in probability, statistics and stochastic modelling -- Modelling uncertainty -- Model sensitivity and uncertainty analysis -- Performance criteria -- River basin planning models -- Water quality modelling and prediction -- Urban water systems -- A sysnopsis.
Summary:
Droughts, floods and pollution are frequently viewed as constraints to economic and social development. How too little, too much or over-polluted water is managed can determine the extent to which this critical resource contributes to human welfare. How can those managing our water resources do so in a way that meets society's changing objectives and needs? This publication considers how water resources can become more integrated and sustainable. It introduces the science and art of modelling in support of water resources planning and management. The authors draw on their extensive experience to provide a variety of management tools that can be used in water resources system planning, development and management projects worldwide.--Publisher's description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.