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FAO Legislative Study 101 - Law for water management: a guide to concepts and effective approaches

Year of publication 2009

Author Jessica Vapnek; Bruce Aylward; Christie Popp; Jamie Bartram;Legal and Ethics Office

Product type Book (stand-alone)

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) In recent decades, increased population and economic development have put a strain on the world’s supply of freshwater. More people require clean water for more uses, whilst the amount and quality of existing freshwater resources have declined due to desertification, pollution and other effects of human activity. This book takes the view that well-constructed water legislation can be a powerful tool to alleviate problems related to water scarcity. The book introduces fundamental terms and is sues related to water management and water use that may be useful to lawyers, whilst outlining key legal concepts, structures and processes for scientists and water managers. The book is designed to improve the dialogue between legal and technical experts in the area of water resource management. The ultimate objective is more effective and practical legislation that enables a greater number of people to meet their basic health and sanitation needs in a sustainable manner whilst protecting e cosystems and maintaining a healthy environment.

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