Planning and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs
Author | : UNEP International Environmental Technology Centre |
Publisher | : UNEP/Earthprint |
Total Pages | : 395 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789280718195 |
ISBN-13 | : 9280718193 |
Rating | : 4/5 (95 Downloads) |
Download or read book Planning and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs written by UNEP International Environmental Technology Centre and published by UNEP/Earthprint. This book was released on 2000 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deals with the problem of eutrophication of lakes and reservoirs by looking at its origin, consequences, solutions, and prognosis. The book first considers environmental causes, social and cultural aspects, and new strategies for policy, institutional and regulatory frameworks. It then deals with the importance of public awareness and education, and describes possible economic impacts, technological solutions, and management arrangements. Examples from different countries and ecosystems are included. The index does not cite page numbers. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.