scholarly journals Regulatory Challenges for the Use of Reclaimed Water in Mexico: A Case Study in Baja California

Water ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 1432 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian Gilabert-Alarcón ◽  
Saúl Salgado-Méndez ◽  
Luis Daesslé ◽  
Leopoldo Mendoza-Espinosa ◽  
Mariana Villada-Canela
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Water Resource Management ◽  
Baja California ◽  
Stakeholder Participation ◽  
Wastewater Reuse ◽  
Reclaimed Water ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Management Regime ◽  
Study Results

In Mexico, water planning is based on the National Water Law, the core of which is Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). The municipality provides wastewater treatment and reuse, and an integrated approach is mandatory for these processes. However, a traditional (non-integrated) management regime has prevailed in water legislation, resulting in pollution and the inefficient use of water. The objectives of this research were to analyze the Mexican legal framework and international guidelines in the use of reclaimed water for agricultural irrigation and environmental discharges, and to evaluate challenges facing reclaimed water in the Maneadero Valley, Baja California, as a case study. Results show that wastewater reuse was implemented in the absence of integrative planning and assessment of the potential impacts on the environment and public health. In addition, gaps between decisions linked to the legal attributes of the relevant institutions were identified. Defined roles across the three levels of authority, transparent and congruent funding, coherent water-quality requirements and the strengthening of stakeholder participation are needed to adopt integrated water resource management for reclaimed water use. The alignment of common goals on public health, environmental protection and agricultural development between authorities and the different sectors is crucial to bridge these challenges.

scholarly journals Biophysical Characteristics of Weyb Watershed, Bale Mountainous Area of the Southeastern Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 515-521
Keyword(s):  
Water Resource Management ◽  
Mean Annual Precipitation ◽  
Mountainous Area ◽  
Agricultural Practice ◽  
Land Use Land Cover ◽  
Microsoft Excel ◽  
Southeastern Part ◽  
Allocation Policy ◽  
Study Results

Characterizing the biophysical features at a watershed level is a significant input for analyzing natural resources, for solving potential water resource management problems, for integrated water utilization assessment, for water allocation policy and management. The objective of this study was to assess the biophysical characteristics of Weyb watershed, which is recognized as a potential agricultural zone in southeastern part of Ethiopia, was considered as a case study. Relevant data were used and; ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel sheet and fundamental formulae were applied for the analysis. Accordingly, six current biophysical characteristics of Weyb watershed i.e., watershed area, land use land cover and soils, geomorphology, climate, agricultural practice and population have been analyzed and discussed briefly. The mean annual precipitation, actual evapotranspiration and mean temperature of the watershed are 1015 mm, 970.1 mm and 14 0C respectively. The study results show that the watershed is highly suitable for widespread agricultural production.

Entrepreneurial public leadership: 5As framework for wellness promotion

2019 ◽  
Vol 57 (7) ◽  
pp. 1443-1456
Author(s):  
Grant Beebe ◽  
Milorad Novicevic ◽  
Ifeoluwa Tobi Popoola ◽  
Joseph (Jody) Holland
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Wellness Promotion ◽  
Public Leadership ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Community Wellness ◽  
Public Leaders

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a 5As framework for entrepreneurial nudge public leadership for health and wellness promotion based on two exemplary cases in Mississippi. Design/methodology/approach The authors use a “case within a case” study design to develop the 5As public influence framework for entrepreneurial public leadership. Findings Based on the investigated cases of healthcare and wellness promotion in Hernando and Charleston, Mississippi, the authors developed the 5As framework for wellness promotion dimensions of awareness, assistance, alignment, association, and assessment. This framework is applicable to the lived experiences of community members, leaders, healthcare providers, and government. Research limitations/implications The study results provide a compelling insight into early-stage formation of entrepreneurial public leadership. However, the study results lack generalizability due to the case study approach used. Practical implications This study can assist entrepreneurial public leaders and policy-makers align their strategic wellness goals, initiatives, and policies that motivate community members to seek and receive supporting services. Originality/value Developing an original framework for wellness promotion useful to both healthcare practitioners and public leaders, this study contributes to the extant literature on public health leadership and proposes mechanisms for addressing community wellness needs. The framework is designed to address public health concerns by integrating public leadership strategies aimed at linking with existing community wellness and healthcare services.

"SAFER ISLAND CONCEPT" DEVELOPED AFTER THE 2004 INDIAN OCEAN TSUNAMI: A CASE STUDY OF MALDIVES

2010 ◽  
Vol 04 (02) ◽  
pp. 135-143 ◽  
Author(s):  
MAHMOOD RIYAZ ◽  
KYUNG-HO PARK
Keyword(s):  
Indian Ocean ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Adaptation Strategy ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Indian Ocean Tsunami ◽  
2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Island Communities ◽  
Elevation Model

This study deals with the "safer island concept" implemented for the reconstruction and rehabilitation works after the 26 December 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami in the Maldives. The safer island concept has been developed as an important adaptation strategy for tsunamis as well as the sea-level rise due to climate change. Reconstruction work in Dhuvaafaru Island to rehabilitate the entire population of Kandholhudhoo Island of Raa atoll is chosen as a case study. The appropriateness of the functionality of the redesigned island to provide security and safety for the island communities is evaluated using the digital elevation model. The study results show that the design enhanced mitigation measures of the island might show some resilience for less frequent natural disasters such as smaller tsunamis, while the implementation of the concept may create greater vulnerability for more frequent disasters, such as flash floods and storms. An integrated approach with appropriate risk assessment of floods, storms, and other physical aspects of the island is recommended for the future development of the safer island concept.

scholarly journals Water Resource Management and Sustainability: A Case Study in Faafu Atoll in the Republic of Maldives

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 3484 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maurizio Filippo Acciarri ◽  
Silvia Checola ◽  
Paolo Galli ◽  
Giacomo Magatti ◽  
Silvana Stefani
Keyword(s):  
Water Resource Management ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Natural Reservoir ◽  
Fragile Environment ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Business As Usual ◽  
2004 Tsunami ◽  
Two Alternatives

This paper contributes to the existing literature in proposing an integrated approach to water management and energy renewable production in a fragile environment. After the 2004 tsunami, in many outer islands in The Republic of Maldives, the lens freshwater natural reservoir was deeply damaged. Currently, the populations of rural atolls use rainwater and water in plastic bottles imported from the mainland for drinking. To provide safe and sustainable drinking water, we analyze the feasibility of two different actions: a desalination system fed by a diesel plant or by a photovoltaic (PV) plant with batteries. The current situation (business as usual, (BAU)) is also evaluated and taken as a benchmark. After illustrating the technical and economic features of desalination and PV plants, a financial and environmental analysis is conducted on the two alternatives plus BAU, showing that the desalination fed by the PV plant results in optimization both on the financial and the environmental side. The levelized cost of water (LCOW) and the CO2 levelized emissions of water (LEOW) are calculated for each alternative. The case study is developed in Magoodhoo Island, Faafu Atoll and can be extended to other islands in The Republic of Maldives and in general to small island developing states (SIDS).

Commitment To Coax Subtleties From Seismic By Means Of An Intelligent Integrated Approach - A Case Study

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vincent Wai Tin Kong ◽  
Alexis Carrillat ◽  
John Ross Gaither ◽  
Ahmad Bukhari Ibrahim ◽  
Irmawaty Abdullah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Integrated Approach

PROCESSING AND IMAGING OF MARINE SEISMIC DATA FROM THE JEQUITINHONHA BASIN (BAHIA, BRAZIL)

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lourenildo W.B. Leite ◽  
J. Mann ◽  
Wildney W.S. Vieira
Keyword(s):  
Seismic Data ◽  
Sedimentary Basins ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Marine Seismic ◽  
Present Case Study

ABSTRACT. The present case study results from a consistent processing and imaging of marine seismic data from a set collected over sedimentary basins of the East Brazilian Atlantic. Our general aim is... RESUMO. O presente artigo resulta de um processamento e imageamento consistentes de dados sísmicos marinhos de levantamento realizado em bacias sedimentares do Atlântico do Nordeste...

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