Author(s): Rentian Zhang; Shoulun Chen
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Keywords: Risk-based analysis; Integration; Multi-purpose decision; Basin management
Abstract: In this paper, the features of integrated basin management are analyzed, which include water resource allocation, flood control, ecological integrity and environmental sustainability, land usage and social and cultural requirements etc. According to the risk-based analysis technologies, the coordination of these features mentioned above are considered so that maximum benefits of scarce water resources can be achieved while effective and efficient use. The benefits should cover flood damage reduction, meeting water demands in industrial, agricultural and environmental requirements, regulation of farming practices and other considerations. An example in the project of water transferring from south to north is cited to illustrate the application of risk-based analysis in integrated basin management.
Year: 2002