Aqua-'culture'
Aqua-'culture'

Author: Sven Genschick

Publisher: LIT Verlag Münster

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 279

ISBN-13: 3643904851

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"Pangasius" is a genus of shark catfishes native to Asia. The term is often used to refer to the commercially important Pangasius bocourti, or basa fish. In Vietnam, water pollution in Pangasius aquaculture endangers its economic success and meaning for rural development in the Mekong Delta. With the help of Bourdieu's theory of practice, this book considers the interplay of subjective and objective structures on the practices in Pangasius cultivation. It shows that economic dependencies in a global commodity production system have led to a transformation process that most aquaculturists cannot cope with. The discrepancy between the ideal and real situation can no longer be ignored otherwise the downward trend will continue. (Series: ZEF Development Studies - Vol. 26)

Aqua 2003
Aqua 2003

Author: Miguel R. Pena

Publisher: IWA Publishing

Published: 2006-05-31

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781843395041

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This WEMS Book brings together a selection of papers presented at the International Congress Aqua 2003 held in the historic city of Cartagena, Colombia, in October 2003. A total of 32 papers were selected out of the 87 presentations made at the Congress. They have been grouped in three different categories covering multiple uses of water, natural wastewater treatment, and knowledge transfer in the water sector. The editors wish to acknowledge the time-consuming work of the Scientific Committee refereeing submissions both before and after the event, which resulted in the selection of papers in this volume. The editors are most grateful to the authors of the papers in the volume which contributed to the success of Aqua 2003. The biennial Aqua congresses are becoming one of the most important technical and scientific events related to water management in Latin America. This book is out of print and is unavailable to purchase at this time.

Water
Water

Author: Unesco

Publisher: UN-HABITAT

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 600

ISBN-13: 9231040065

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This illustrated report sets out a global review of the state of the world's freshwater resources, based on the collective work of 24 United Nations agencies, following on from the conclusions of the first UN World Water Development Report 'Water for People, Water for Life' published in 2003 (ISBN 9231038818). This second edition discusses progress towards the water-related targets of the UN Millennium Development Goals and examines a range of key issues including population growth and increasing urbanisation, changing ecosystems, food production, health, industry and energy, as well as risk management, valuing and paying for water and increasing knowledge and capacity. It contains 16 case studies which consider key challenges in water resource management and makes a number of recommendations to guide future action and encourage sustainable use, productivity and management of our increasingly scarce freshwater resources.

Aqua Fitness
Aqua Fitness

Author: Mimi Rodriguez Adami

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780751339970

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Aqua Fitness offers cardiovascular, strengthening and stretching workouts that are highly effective, versatile and, above all, pleasurable. More and more popular with everyone from baby boomers to top athletes who want to cross train, it is low impact and uses water resistance to really work the body. Provides all the information you need to make aqua fitness work for you. - Full-colour step-by-step photographs of shallow, and deep water programmes, plus exercises designed to enhance performance in sports such as swimming, golf and jogging. - Ideal for the pool or the sea and featuring blissful relaxation routines drawn from shiatsu and t'ai chi. - Suitable for all ages and levels, from beginners to instructors.

River Basin Management
River Basin Management

Author: José Simão Antunes Do Carmo

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2021-04-21

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 1839681306

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This book addresses recent advances in the field of river systems. Chapters cover a wide range of topics including artificialization of rivers and banks, technical aspects of flood and sediment dynamics, physical processes and institutional vulnerabilities, watershed management and collaborative governance, water quality analysis and protection measures, acquisition and measurement of data, statistical and econometric procedures, adaptation and restoration measures, rehabilitation and sustainability of riparian ecosystems, and strategies to improve the ecological functions of riparian areas. All chapters contribute relevant information and useful content for scientists and other readers interested or concerned about the lack of adequate management actions and implementation of appropriate measures and protections, or their ineffectiveness in containing vulnerabilities and ecological sustainability of river systems.

State of the World 2004
State of the World 2004

Author: Worldwatch Institute

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-04-08

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1134031386

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State of the World 2004 takes a fresh look at the trends that have put the global economy on a collision course with the Earth's ecosystems. This year's edition has a special focus on the theme of consumption. It questions whether a less-consumptive society is possible; and concludes that it is essential. The book explores overconsumption, a by-product of affluence; and underconsumption, linked to poverty, and provides 'behind the scenes' exposes of the devastating environmental impacts of some of our most popular products, from plastic bags, to paper, to mobile phones. Published annually in 28 languages, each edition draws on the breadth of expertise of Worldwatch's award-winning team of writers and researchers. State of the World is relied upon by national governments, UN agencies, development workers and law-makers for its authoritative and up-to-the-minute analysis and information. It is essential for anyone concerned with building a positive, global future.

Review of the Desalination and Water Purification Technology Roadmap
Review of the Desalination and Water Purification Technology Roadmap

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2004-04-20

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13: 0309133432

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The Bureau of Reclamation and Sandia National Laboratories jointly developed the Roadmap to serve as a strategic research pathway for desalination and water purification technologies to meet future water needs. The book recommends that the Roadmap include a sharper focus on the research and technological advancements needed to reach the long-term objectives. The book also suggests that the environmental, economic, and social costs of energy required by increased dependence on desalination be examined. Strategies for implementing the Roadmap initiative are provided.

Customer Experience Management for Water Utilities
Customer Experience Management for Water Utilities

Author: Peter Prevos

Publisher: IWA Publishing

Published: 2017-10-15

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 1780408668

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Customer Experience Management for Water Utilities presents a practical framework for water utilities to become more focussed on their customers. This framework is founded on Service-Dominant Logic, a contemporary theory of marketing that explains value creation as a process of co-creation between the customer and the service provider. Standard models for marketing do not apply to monopolistic water utilities without modification. The first two chapters develop a marketing mix tailored to water utilities to assist them with providing customer-centric services. The water utility marketing mix includes the value proposition, internal marketing, service quality and customer relationships. he book discusses the four dimensions of the marketing mix. Chapter three presents a template for developing value propositions to assist water utilities in positioning their service. This model is based on the needs and wants of individual customer segments and the type of service. Chapter four discusses internal marketing, activities designed to improve the way utilities add value for customers. This chapter also analyses potential tensions between engineering and science-oriented employees and proposes methods to resolve these tensions. The final chapters describe customer relationships from both a theoretical and practical perspective. The customer experience is a complex phenomenon that is difficult to quantify. The book provides a method to measure the experience of the customer, based on service quality theory and psychometric statistics. Customer Experience Management for Water Utilities is one of the first books that discusses urban water supply from a marketing perspective. This perspective provides a unique insight into an industry which is often dominated by technological concerns. This book is a valuable resource for Water Utility Managers and Regulators, as well as for Marketing Consultants seeking to assist water utilities to become more customer focussed.