Integrated Water Resources Management - Science topic

Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and severity of climate extremes, which will negatively impact crop production. As one of the main food and feed crops, maize is also vulnerable to extreme climate events. In order to accurately and comprehensively assess the future climate risk to maize, it is urgent to project and evaluate the...

Brazil is the ninth largest user of groundwater worldwide. More than 70% of the cities in São Paulo state are partially or entirely supplied by groundwater, making it the largest user in the country, but generating problems associated with intense exploitation in some regions. Managed aquifer recharge (MAR) can improve water security by purposeful...

Integrated and sustainable river basin management requires accurate assessment and optimized allocation of available water resources, considering the impacts of climate and anthropogenic changes. It can benefit from coupled modeling frameworks combining simulation models and optimization algorithms (OAs). This article reviews simulation-based optim...

The water deficit is one of the primary challenges faced by developing countries, stemming from several factors such as limited water resources, population growth, and climate change. Optimal allocation of water resources represents a comprehensive strategy for water resource management, acknowledging the intricate connections between water systems...

The Irawan Watershed in Puerto Princesa, Philippines, is an important resource that supports domestic, agricultural, and industrial water needs. This study applies the Water Evaluation and Planning (WEAP) model to project the impacts of climate change on future surface water availability, integrating the findings into an Integrated Water Resource M...

Electric vehicle (EV) proliferation is accelerating, characterized by the rising quantity of electric automobiles on global roadways. The electric machine is a crucial component of an EV, and the heat generated within the motor requires consideration as it impacts performance and longevity. A prevalent form of machine in EV is the in-wheel motor (I...

The influence of the external environment can reduce the braking performance of the electric vehicle (EV) with in-wheel motors (IWM). In this paper, an adaptive sliding mode wheel slip control method with a vehicle speed observer consideration is proposed, which enables the EV to accurately track the optimal slip ratio in various environments and i...

Groundwater depletion in arid regions poses a significant threat to agricultural sustainability and rural livelihoods. This study employs geospatial analysis and economic modeling to address groundwater depletion in the arid Barind region of Northwest Bangladesh, where 84% of the rural population depends on agriculture. Using remote sensing and GIS...

Enhancement of water and sanitation management acts as a significant component of global development as it is part of the United Nation’s sixth Sustainable Development Goal. Due to peculiar geographical and climatic attributes of the country and sincere efforts toward implementing IWRM, South Korea has improved its position in the SDG 6 index. The...

Municipal solid waste (MSW) generation continues to increase exponentially, leading to the need for better disposal methods. Approximately 50% of the MSW is landfilled in the United States (US). Landfilling is known for its negative effects on the environment and human health. The objective of this study was to conduct a life cycle assessment (LCA)...

Managing resources effectively in uncertain demand, variable availability, and complex governance policies is a significant challenge. This paper presents a paradigmatic framework for addressing these issues in water management scenarios by integrating advanced physical modelling, remote sensing techniques, and Artificial Intelligence algorithms. T...

Universities are recognized as essential agent of change since future decision-makers related to sustainability are going and will pass through their classrooms. This circumstance becomes an excellent opportunity to demonstrate, with example, and instill in the students how these types of organizations control and approach implementing practices th...

The Lower Chesapeake Bay (LCB) Long‐Term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) Common Experiment (CE) located in Beltsville, MD, focuses on research of concern to producers of the major regional crops, which are corn (Zea mays L.), soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.], wheat (Triticum aestivum L.), and various forage species. Livestock production in the region...

Increasingly, adaptive processes and decentralization are vital aspects of watershed governance. Equitable and sustainable water governance requires an understanding that different societal members have unique relationships with the environment and varying levels of interaction with policymakers. However, the factors facilitating public involvement...

In this study, we developed a solar-powered prototype using an ESP-32 MCU, commercially available sensors, and a LoRaWan communication module. The components cost less than $30 USD. The prototype has been running on solar power for two months in room conditions, repeating the sleep-wake cycle and transmitting sensor data - temperature, battery %, l...

A pre-launch survey of broadleaf weeds was conducted to predict the weed management efficacy of a novel genetically engineered sugar beet with resistance traits for glyphosate, dicamba, and glufosinate. We targeted problematic broadleaf weed species prevalent in the sugar beet system, including kochia, common lambsquarters, Palmer amaranth, and red...

Russian thistle (Salsola tragus L.) is a significant summer annual weed in the semi-arid Pacific Northwest (PNW), causing yield losses of up to 50%. Understanding the biology and ecology of S. tragus is vital for developing effective integrated weed management (IWM) strategies. This study focused on 1) S. tragus emergence and seedbank persistence i...

Water shortage and management are crucial worldwide concerns affecting both wealthy and developing countries. Sustainable water management seeks to enhance water use while guaranteeing the enduring sustainability of water supplies. Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) has developed into a complete framework for tackling the complexity of wa...

This research aims to develop integrated weed control strategies that can effectively reduce the quantity of herbicides used in cultivation of sunflower. To address the challenge of weed management in mechanized crop fields and mitigate the adverse effects on the ecosystem, an experiment with 10 treatments was arranged in randomized block designs a...

Rice is one of the most important cereal crops globally, serving as a staple food for over half of the world's population. It provides a significant source of calories and nutrition, particularly in Asian countries where it forms the primary dietary component for billions of people. Given its centrality to food security and economic stability, opti...

This book explores museum crises. Through an investigation into the experience of the Imperial War Museum during the Second World War era, 1933-1950, it considers how crises disrupt museums and the contrasting defensive and revolutionary strategies which museums must adopt when mitigating crises. It is situated in a small but emergent literature co...

Herbicide‐resistant weeds are a growing global concern, threatening food security. Non‐chemical weed management approaches are becoming increasingly important. Furthermore, the adoption of non‐conventional agricultural practices is on the rise, with regenerative farming practices aimed at rebuilding soil organic matter, restoring biodiversity, and...

An experiment was conducted at the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi during the rainy(Kharif) seasons of 2021–22 and 2022–23. The study aimed to evaluate the weed control efficiency of low dosenew generation herbicide: tembotrione (34.4% SC) as a component of integrated weed management (IWM), onzero-till (ZT) and conventional...

In this study, we developed a solar-powered prototype using an ESP-32 MCU, commercially available sensors, and a LoRaWan communication module. The components cost less than $30 USD. The prototype has been running on solar power for two months in room conditions, repeating the sleep-wake cycle and transmitting sensor data - temperature, battery %, l...

Effective weed control is essential for sustainable agricultural production, balancing economics and environmental stewardship. Integrated weed management (IWM) combines cultural, physical, mechanical and biological techniques to provide a holistic approach. Cultural practices such as crop rotation, cover crops, and optimize planting densities disr...

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the water scarcity and agricultural productivity in Nairobi, Kenya. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as co...

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the renewable energy adoption and carbon emission reductions in Copenhagen, Denmark. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cos...

In-wheel motors (IWMs) have emerged as a promising technology for vehicle electrification, offering enhanced efficiency, compactness, and design flexibility compared to traditional onboard motors. The independent and direct drive capability of IWMs allows for the advanced application and integration of a wide range of chassis active safety systems,...

Understanding and implementing effective water management strategies is crucial in the current scenario, where protecting the environment is increasingly important. One approach to tending to developing water requests and human impacts on waterways is by coordinating water assets administration, known as integrated water resources management (IWRM)...

Deserts and semi-arid environments are habitats to rare species, rich cultural heritage, and essential ecological processes. Approximately 46% of the world’s surface area is covered by drylands (arid, semi-arid, and dry sub-humid areas), where 3 billion people live and unfortunately witness water insecurity and desertification implications. In this...

Purpose - The aim of this paper is to determine whether the dominant integrated water resources management (IWRM) paradigm within which the Pra River Basin is managed holds the key to address the current water security and sustainability issues in Southwestern Ghana. Design/methodology/approach - This study employed a literature review developed...

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Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) is primarily a procedure that motivates the synchronized utilization and administration of land, water, and in addition to relevant resources in a manner that maximizes social and economic well-being in the absence of compromising the reliability of vital ecosystems. In the early 1930s, it was oriented as...

It is widely predicted that climate change’s adverse effects will intensify in the future, and along with inadequate agricultural practices, settlement development, and other anthropic activities, could contribute to rapid wetland degradation and thus exert significant negative effects on local communities. This study sought to develop an approach...

A key to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals is the sustainable provisioning of clean water and sanitation services. The sustainable management of water resources strengthens resilience, protects livelihoods, fosters economic growth, and contributes to poverty reduction. This paper reviews the challenges faced by Caribbean Small Island D...

Call for Chapters: Opportunities and Obstacles in Water Desalination and Economic Integration Editor Prof,Dr. JAMAL MABROUKI Mohammed V University in Rabat, Faculty of Science, Morocco, Morocco Recommended Topics Challenges and opportunities of desalination Renewable energy-driven desalination technologies Economics of water desalination Oppor...

Urban areas face significant challenges in managing water resources due to rapid population growth, aging infrastructure, and the impacts of climate change. This essay explores the critical importance of sustainable water management in urban environments, focusing on innovative technologies and policy frameworks that can enhance water efficiency an...

The purpose of this paper is to accurately establish a model of a special vehicle driven by in-wheel motors (IWMs) and investigate its dynamic characteristics. This study proposes a novel integrated vehicle modeling strategy, focusing on the IWM and other key subsystems. Based on this strategy, the vehicle model is developed and simulated in ADAMS....

Purpose: This research explores the intricate relationship between water scarcity and climate change, recognizing their interconnected challenges and the need for resilient strategies. Through a multifaceted approach, the study examines global impacts, socio-economic ramifications, and strategies for mitigation. Methodology: Using qualitative resea...

Objective: To assess the impact of land cover change on the problems of erosion, sedimentation, flooding, and water scarcity in the Jeneberang watershed and to formulate comprehensive policy and strategy recommendations for the conservation and sustainable management of water resources in the Mount Bawakaraeng area. Metode: This research use of met...

This paper is about the Value for Money (VfM) analysis conducted for the Water Resource Accountability (WRAP) Project, which comprehensively evaluates the project’s economic efficiency, effectiveness, equity, and overall impact. The WRAP implements to undertake demonstrations of Nature-based Solutions (NbS), including Ecosystem-based Adaptation (Eb...

This case study examines Karachi's water shortage, aggravated by climate change and fast development. With a population of nearly 20 million, Karachi is primarily dependent on the Indus River Basin, Keenjhar Lake, and Hub Dam for its water supplies. However, because of the city's expanding population, outdated infrastructure, and unpredictable weat...

The study examines water management in Chimoio, Mozambique while focusing on water availability, distribution, quality, and stakeholder participation through data collected via questionnaires and interviews. The are significant challenges in urban water supply being experienced in Chimoio, for instance, water stress due to unreliable supply and inf...

The impending crisis for food production is the biggest threat to sustenance of soil resources due to industrial farming practices adopted by multitudes of farmers on all parts of the world inclusive of the Southern Telangana Zone (STZ) in India. This can extensively degrade the soil if not substituted by soil resource-saving agricultural systems....

This study was designed for investigate the weed flora in rapeseed-mustard fields and evaluate the effectiveness of various weed management strategies to enhance crop yield and productivity. Mustard fields are infested by a diverse range of weed species, including annual, biennial and perennial, which compete with crops for essential resources, lea...

The Systems-based Visualization Tools for Integrated Watershed Management project is a research effort that develops an experimental interactive visualization tool for supporting integrated watershed management planning and stakeholder engagement in the Millstream Creek Watershed (British Columbia, Canada). The project uses a community-based partic...

The experiment at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute evaluated the effectiveness of the herbicide tembotrione in integrated weed management (IWM) for zero-till (ZT) and conventional till (CT) maize. The study found that ZT with Sesbania as a cover crop, combined with atrazine and pendimethalin as pre-emergence herbicides and tembotrione as...

The experiment at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute evaluated the effectiveness of the herbicide tembotrione in integrated weed management (IWM) for zero-till (ZT) and conventional till (CT) maize. The study found that ZT with Sesbania as a cover crop, combined with atrazine and pendimethalin as pre-emergence herbicides and tembotrione as...

This study evaluates the applicability of multicriteria decision-making (MCDM) methods, including SAW, VIKOR, TOPSIS, and Condorcet algorithm based on game theory and machine learning algorithms (MLAs) including K-nearest neighbor, Naïve Bayes, Random Forest (RF), simple linear regression and support vector machine in spatial mapping of sediment fo...

Authentic assessment (AA) is a reform in higher education that has been less explored from students’ perspectives. In this paper we report findings from a pilot study that explored student perceptions of authentic assessment in the Islam West Relations Major (IWRM) Bachelor of Arts program, at an Australian university. This study used a survey that...

Decentralisation is widely seen as an effective method for empowering local communities in developing countries. This article discusses decentralisation within the context of water governance, using Zimbabwe as a case study. Its main argument is that although decentralisation is faced with challenges, it remains one of the most effective ways to go...

The contribution of citizen scientists to environmental monitoring is notably increasing significantly. Governments worldwide establish Water Users Associations (WUAs) as a good practice model to implement Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) at local levels. These associations target different stakeholders depending on the expected outcome....

Integrated weed management (IWM) promotes the combination of non-chemical techniques to achieve sustainable weed control while reducing the reliance on herbicides. However, IWM strategies reducing both herbicide and tillage intensity remain unsatisfactory, leading to weed-induced yield loss. In this study, five different IWM strategies were impleme...

Weed management remains a critical challenge in agricultural systems worldwide, posing significant economic, environmental, and social implications for farmers and society as a whole. Conventional weed control methods, such as chemical herbicides and mechanical cultivation, have played a vital role in managing weed populations but often come with a...

The mining industry is an important sector that contributes to economic growth and employment creation in many developing countries, including in Mongolia. Water access, water quality, and community engagement in mining regions are among the major challenges faced by the Mongolian mining industry. Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) is a ho...

El objetivo de este estudio es construir un portafolio utilizando Momentos Superiores y considerando activos tipo ETF. Se emplea una metodología cuantitativa que no solo se basa en la normalidad de la utilidad esperada, sino también en la inclusión de momentos superiores. El objetivo final es optimizar la utilidad de cada portafolio y determinar lo...

Water, a crucial resource that effectively drives human socio-economic development and ecological conservation, boasts its effectiveness, controllability, and renewability. It is an indispensable strategic resource for social progress. The United States has achieved remarkable results and accumulated valuable experience in integrated water resource...

This study explores the effectiveness of vertical force control in in-wheel motors (IWMs) to enhance ride comfort in electric vehicles (EVs). A dynamic vehicle model and a proportional ride-blending controller were used to reduce vertical vibrations of the sprung mass. By converting the state-space model into a transfer function, the system’s frequ...

The 2015 United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) aims to solve the global water concerns by emphasising access to safe drinking water, sanitation and wastewater management. Significant populations, however, continue to lack these basics, contributing to child mortality and waterborne illnesses. Water pollution exacerbates the worldwid...

The paper gives a comprehensive review of how human activities influence normal hydrological forms by clarifying the diverse impacts on the accessibility, quality, and conveyance of water. The paper revealed the complex exchange between data and natural morals that are reconfiguring the worldwide water scene through conflicting facts of major cause...

The Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh face severe water resource challenges, exacerbated by the impacts of climate change. With a rapidly growing population, the demand for water in these camps has surged, leading to over-extraction of groundwater and deteriorating water quality. Seasonal variations, including monsoons and dry spells, further st...

The practice of stormwater management has evolved from a singular focus on drainage to a multifaceted approach to support the integrated urban development of healthy, livable, ecological, and water sensitive cities from neighborhood to metropolitan scales. A review of the knowledge base and practice by the professional stormwater management communi...

Volume 17 | Issue 2 Mdee, A.; Ofori, A.D.; Cohen, J.; Kjellén, M.; Rooney, E.; Singhal, S.; Amezaga, J.; Ankush; Figueroa-Benítez, A.; Gupta, S.; Tamiru Haile, A.; Haileslassie, A.; Kongo, V.; Kumar, A.; Mafla Noguera, S.A.; Nagheeby, M.; Noor, Z.Z.; Polaine, X.; Singh, N.; Sylvester, R.; Wan Ahmad Tajuddin, W.A.N.; Bin Yusop, Z. and Zúñiga-Barragá...

BACKGROUND A 4‐year experiment evaluated the effects of different integrated weed management (IWM) programs on the evolution of a Echinochloa crus‐galli population resistant to acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitors in a maize cropping system. The programs included the continued use of ALS inhibitors, mixing them with alternative herbicides, or wit...

This manuscript comprehensively reviews integrated weed management (IWM) strategies, emphasizing the need for sustainable agricultural practices. It explores conventional methods, such as herbicide and mechanical control, and non-conventional techniques, including mulching, cover crops, and thermal methods. The review also delves into emerging tech...

Light pollution imposes significant and far-reaching adverse effects on human society, necessitating its stringent regulation. However, intervention policies could be customized to suit the unique characteristics of each region, taking into account local conditions. To address this challenge, we have developed a comprehensive light pollution risk a...

Blue heliotrope (Heliotropium amplexicaule Vahl) is an extremely drought-hardy perennial weed that is often problematic within agricultural production systems and natural environments in some parts of the world. It has the capacity to outcompete and displace desirable plant species and it contains various biochemical compounds that are toxic to gra...

A major problem in arid and semi-arid areas is water scarcity, which is made worse by population increase and climate change. This study examines cutting-edge methods and tools for reducing water scarcity, with a particular emphasis on desalination, water recycling, intelligent irrigation systems, and practical legislative frameworks. Modern techno...

Satellite remote sensing (RS) and machine learning can be combined to develop methods for measuring the impacts of climate change on biomass and agricultural systems. From 2015 to 2023, we applied this approach in a critical earth observation-based evaluation of the Irrigation and Water Resources Management component of the Millennium Challenge Cor...

Dams significantly impact the environment, industry, residential areas, and agriculture. Efficient dam management can mitigate negative impacts and enhance benefits such as flood and drought reduction, energy efficiency, water access, and improved irrigation. This study tackles the critical issue of predicting dam occupancy levels precisely within...

Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) is a process that harmonizes the utilization of water, land, and associated resources to enhance economic and social well-being while ensuring ecosystem sustainability. It is crucial to global water resource development and addressing conflicting demands. This chapter analyzes urban challenges, such as w...