ABSTRACT
Water is often seen as a free commodity. However, this is rarely the case as demand for water is increasing significantly across the world. This book focuses on the key roles of irrigaiton and drainage in the debate on water. Irrigation is a major player in the demand for water and already accounts for between 70-80% of the total world consumption.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION A: THE VALUE OF WATER FOR IRRIGATION
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SECTION B: THE VALUE OF DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL
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SECTION C: SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL VALUE OF WATER
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SECTION D: PAYING FOR SERVICES
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SECTION E: MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
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SECTION F: POLICY FRAMEWORK LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL ISSUES